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Old 10th Nov 2007, 14:30
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Wizofoz
 
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In what phase of flight? The only time wind direction will make any differece is during take0ff and (to a lesser extent) on landing.

For a failure during the takeoff roll, wind from th๋ "live" side will mean less rudder input required, thus less drag.

Once airboure, however, the wind does not effect the aerodynamic performance of the aircraft at all.

(Standing by for the whole "Down-wind turn" debate all over again!!!)
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