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Crosswind component
Definitions
The wind component, measured in knots, at 90 degrees to the longitudinal axis of the runway.
References
Airplane Flying Handbook
by Federal Aviation Administration (2021)
Terms Index
100-Hour Inspection
14 CFR
A.C.
A/FD
Abeam, Fix
Absolute accuracy
Absolute altitude
Absolute ceiling
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Acceleration error
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Adjustable stabilizer
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