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03-04-2019, 11:05 AM
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Pilot Lands Safely With 40-knot Crosswinds at Bristol Airport
A remarkable incident of skilled piloting was witnessed at Bristol Airport on October 12, 2018, as a TUI Airways Boeing 757-200, faced with the formidable challenge of landing in 40-knot crosswinds brought by Storm Callum. The footage of this event, captured by an aviation enthusiast and widely shared, showcases the pilot's exceptional skill in handling the difficult conditions. As the aircraft approached the runway, the powerful crosswinds caused by Storm Callum, which brought significant travel disruption across the UK, were evident. The video reveals the aircraft being swept from side to side, with the pilot having to make continual adjustments to align with the runway. In a demonstration of remarkable airmanship, the pilot was able to successfully land the plane by pointing the nose into the wind direction and managing the crosswind impact effectively. This incident at Bristol Airport highlights the challenges pilots face during adverse weather conditions and the critical importance of pilot training and experience in ensuring passenger safety. The successful landing in such strong crosswinds is a testament to the pilot's proficiency and the robust training standards in commercial aviation.
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03-05-2019, 11:39 PM
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Re: Pilot Lands Safely With 40-knot Crosswinds at Bristol Airport
Dam  ! That's one bad ass pilot! That took an enormous amount of skill and big cojones.  |
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03-11-2019, 07:49 AM
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Re: Pilot Lands Safely With 40-knot Crosswinds at Bristol Airport
Sometimes you only get notification gusting knots on final approach. Can consider a go around at correct phase. Id have held for a bit myself. For my buttholes sake. |
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03-11-2019, 11:17 PM
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Re: Pilot Lands Safely With 40-knot Crosswinds at Bristol Airport
Maybe it was "Compare Your Dick Size Day" in the cockpit. Eff that!
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03-12-2019, 04:17 PM
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Re: Pilot Lands Safely With 40-knot Crosswinds at Bristol Airport
Fair play to her ( its was a lady captain ) who landed it. It was my local news and she was interviewed about it |
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03-13-2019, 10:54 AM
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Re: Pilot Lands Safely With 40-knot Crosswinds at Bristol Airport
Great skill and mighty ovaries on that one!  |
