"Larry Dighera" wrote in message
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On Fri, 28 Jan 2005 02:37:48 GMT, "Tony Cox" wrote in
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Here's what I learned from that.

1) If it's hot in the desert southwest, always expect wind shear.
Be prepared to adjust the ailerons as necessary & don't just
throw the yoke over to whatever side you think the crosswind
is coming from.

Actually, it is more appropriate to "steer" with the wind rather than
into it to minimize its effect. That is, if the aircraft is for
example experiencing wind from the right rear, one would push the
yoke/stick forward and to the left. This lowers the elevator and
right aileron, so that the wind can't get under them as easily.

The problem, of course, is how do you *know* the wind is
coming from the right rear? I was taught to throw the yoke
over when on the ground, but that presupposes that the
wind is still coming from the same direction as when you
were coming down final. I certainly didn't expect the wind
to go from a 30 degree right x-wind to a 90 degree left
x-wind in the time it takes me to roll out! Live and learn,
eh?


2) Maintain back pressure when on the roll-out especially when
braking hard.

That's what the POH recommend, IINM.

Indeed. And I've replaced my previous limp-wristed gentle
tug with something more akin to reigning in a panicked horse!
As I say, live and learn.


3) Bring up the flaps (they were at 40 degrees) during the
roll-out to make yourself a smaller target for the wind.

It also puts more weight on the main gear tires to increase brake
effectiveness.

I've always been nervous touching the flaps on landing. Mainly
because of flight instructors who have cautioned against
unnecessary distractions until clear of the runway and others
who think it establishes a bad habit which may come back to
bite if landing in a retractable (confusing flaps with gear). Not
so nervous now...