Crosswind Landings in the BE76
Hi,
I didn't know where to put this question, so I'd thought I'd try here!
I'm currently doing the MEP rating in the BE76 Duchess. But I am finding crosswind landings quite a challenge, although I've never had a problem when flying light singles. I use the cross controls technique.
I can't quite remember exactly what happened on the last flight, but with a 20kt crosswind (from the left), it felt like there wasn't enough rudder authority when I wanted to 'kick it straight' and put the wing down into wind. I was landing asymmetric, so had a bit of left rudder trim in, but I was pressing really hard on the pedal! I was using full flap.
What could be the possible cause? The demonstrated crosswind limit is 25kts for the BE76.
Thanks,
POL