Why is x-wind an engine limitation?
The Airbus A330 manual states the following:
"Wind for takeoff:
‐ Maximum certified crosswind................................................... ......................... 32 kt (gust included)
Note: The maximum certified crosswind value is an Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) limitation. It is an engine limitation."
I understand that the placement of an engine may limit the angle of bank allowable to compensate for x-wind. However, I doubt they mean this by saying "engine limitation", so what factor is actually limiting?
The Max demonstrated x-wind is 40kts, and is stated as not being an AFM tlimitation. I assume this means we know it will go past 32kts, but your insurance ends there. So why is it called an "engine limitation?"