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Crosswind correction

Correction applied in order to maintain a straight ground track during flight when a crosswind is present.

Dictionary Term

Crosswind correction

Definition

  • Correction applied in order to maintain a straight ground track during flight when a crosswind is present.

References

  • Powered Parachute Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2007
  • Weight-Shift Control Aircraft Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2008