TomVal
Well Known Member
Just food for thought:
Perhaps the most often exceeded operating limit we read about on VAF is another successful landing at winds above the posted crosswind limitation on our aircraft. There is also a posted headwind limitation on our RV's. In other threads Scott has previously posted how Van's tests and derives these limitations.
In regards to a recently posted crosswind landing experience, kudos for skillful piloting. However, under the reported wind conditions, that landing was accomplished under winds exceeding both headwind and crosswind limitations for that aircraft. In addition, a passenger was on board.
In the event of an accident/injury scenario, you could be faced with some serious liability issues and no damage recovery for bent metal.
Regards,
Perhaps the most often exceeded operating limit we read about on VAF is another successful landing at winds above the posted crosswind limitation on our aircraft. There is also a posted headwind limitation on our RV's. In other threads Scott has previously posted how Van's tests and derives these limitations.
In regards to a recently posted crosswind landing experience, kudos for skillful piloting. However, under the reported wind conditions, that landing was accomplished under winds exceeding both headwind and crosswind limitations for that aircraft. In addition, a passenger was on board.
In the event of an accident/injury scenario, you could be faced with some serious liability issues and no damage recovery for bent metal.
Regards,