Crosswind is the #1 cause of missed landings and runway excursions on MSFS. To guarantee a perfect 'Centerline' score on PilotLeague, knowing your wind component is vital.
Crosswind Calculator
Calculate your crosswind, headwind and crab angle in real-time for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
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Calculated heading: 270°
Wind Rose
Runway 27
Wind (180°)
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Headwind
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Within demonstrated limits
Limits Airbus A320: Demo 29 kt / Max 38 kt
The Clock Rule
To mentally estimate your crosswind, use the clock rule. This simple method helps you quickly calculate the crosswind component based on the angle between the wind and the runway.
Quick Reference:
- 30° off runway = 50% of wind speed is crosswind
- 45° off runway = 70% of wind speed is crosswind
- 60° off runway = 85% of wind speed is crosswind
- 90° off runway = 100% of wind speed is crosswind
Example: Wind 15 knots at 30° off your runway heading = 7.5 knots crosswind component.
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