Originally Posted by
scifi
Having messed up a few PFLs, I think wind-speed plays an important part in stopping you reach the threshold. Glider Pilots make changes to Vx and Vy depending upon the direction of the wind. So if you usually fly at 65 knots for a calm wind approach, then consider 70-75 knots if you have any sort of headwind.
Yes glider pilots approach faster with a strong headwind component, and also best glide speed is faster with a headwind. However the best l/d is lower with a headwind, and the circuit is tighter.