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Old 24th February 2026 | 14:25
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There is further info and references too.
This will allow you to find official truth.
Further down the page it made reference that the limits should / shall be in the Company Operations Manual or equivalent document.


Crosswind Limits for Low Visibility Approaches (CAT II/III)
The standard crosswind limits for precision instrument approaches in low visibility (CAT II and CAT III) are as follows:
  • Standard Limit: The Manual of All Weather Operations (TP 1490) originally set a regulatory limit of 10 knots for the crosswind component on the landing runway.
  • Updated Exemption: Transport Canada has issued exemptions that allow operators to use the maximum crosswind limit specified in the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM)for CAT II/III approaches.
  • Default if Not Specified: If the AFM does not specify a limit for CAT II/III approaches, the maximum allowable crosswind is 15 knots, or a lesser amount if restricted by equipment or runway conditions.


Originally Posted by RMC
Hi,

Our US Ops spec has a 15 knot crosswind limit for LVO approaches in the FAA ops spec. We have many Canadian airfield as entroute / ETOPS alternates, but don’t fly there .

Does Canada have a similar reduction from the 787 standard 15 knot limit?

Thanks
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