I have heard said before "the only airflow that affects the aircraft handling is that which is directly in contact with it" - so why do an approach with reduced flap which will give an "unusual" (as in different to normal) pitch attitude.
If the crosswind is so significant that a normal crab approach is uncomfortable then perhaps the decision to divert should be made rather than struggle to get it in?
(Just stirring things...whatever you agree with I'll paint the opposite picture!!!)
(Edit was for a typo)
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Hunting is bad!!
Support the right to arm Bears!!
[This message has been edited by Bear Cub (edited 24 January 2001).]