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Flight Planning

What is head‑wind component?

head‑wind component The component of the wind along the runway axis directed opposite to aircraft’s travel, used for performance calculations.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “head‑wind component” Used in Practice?

Tower: Runway 27, wind 270° at 15 kt, head‑wind component 6 kt.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is head‑wind component?

The component of the wind along the runway axis directed opposite to aircraft’s travel, used for performance calculations.

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