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maximum demonstrated cross-wind

The highest crosswind component at which satisfactory control was demonstrated during aircraft certification flight tests.

Quick answer: The highest crosswind component at which satisfactory control was demonstrated during aircraft certification flight tests.

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The highest crosswind component at which satisfactory control was demonstrated during aircraft certification flight tests.

Why it matters

maximum demonstrated cross-wind matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Planning contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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What is maximum demonstrated cross-wind?

In this glossary, maximum demonstrated cross-wind refers to: The highest crosswind component at which satisfactory control was demonstrated during aircraft certification flight tests.

How is maximum demonstrated cross-wind used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Pilot: Aircraft is certified with a maximum demonstrated cross-wind of 25 knots."

Why does maximum demonstrated cross-wind matter in aviation?

maximum demonstrated cross-wind matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Planning contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses maximum demonstrated cross-wind?

maximum demonstrated cross-wind is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does maximum demonstrated cross-wind belong to?

In this glossary, maximum demonstrated cross-wind is grouped under Flight Planning. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

The highest crosswind component at which satisfactory control was demonstrated during aircraft certification flight tests.

Operational example

Pilot: Aircraft is certified with a maximum demonstrated cross-wind of twenty-five knots.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Flight Planning

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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