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Old 22nd Jun 2011, 12:01
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low n' slow
 
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To track the runway in a crosswind, roll into the wind with ailerons and keep the nose from weathervaning by using downwind rudder. Slight forward pressure on the yoke allows the nosewheelsteering to become more effective. I think these corections generally apply to most aircraft.

The aileron input is very important on the little Saab that I fly. Without it it is impossible to maintain the centreline in a noticeable crosswind. Keep flying the plane, the wing doesn't care what the gear is doing...

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