X-Plane 11 | Runways & Wind

Today we head out west to the South Lake Tahoe Airport (KTVL) to discuss runways, wind, and how they relate.
In this video you will learn about the following in the Airfoillabs Cessna 172:
1. Runway numbers and their orientation
2. Various runway markings and what they mean to you as a pilot
3. How to determine which runway to take off and land on
4. How to set wind layers in X-Plane
5. How to determine the wind direction and speed in X-Plane
We run through three different scenarios to demonstrate the wind and runway relationship. In the first, we take off with a 15 knot headwind. In the second, we take off with a 15 knot tailwind. Using the runway markings, we measure the difference in our takeoff roll between the two. Then we try a challenging crosswind landing with 15 knots of direct crosswind as we discuss how to counter the effects of a crosswind.
Make the most out of your flight simulator experience or use the flight simulator to practice as a student pilot or beyond. Note that while the features of this unit in X-Plane closely mimic those of the real unit, there are some differences. This tutorial should be used for X-Plane purposes only. However, gaining a familiarity with this system will likely aid in your transition to units in the airplane.
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[@Dave-jd9qn]

Your presentations are clear and well organized. I watch them instead of Netflix.

[@admflorianofly]

Very good. Thank you!

[@clayviation]

Thanks, ADM!

[@oystercatcher943]

One of the most professional videos I've ever heard on the internet. Top quality, and good flying and really nice explanation of how to deal with the cross-wind. I really learn't something there.

[@clayviation]

Thanks, Adrian! Glad you got something out of it.

[@meggabrielle684]

I have been so lost when it comes to my ground work then i discovered your videos! Thank you thank you! It makes so much sense now you are amazing.

[@clayviation]

Thanks Megan! Glad to have you along and best of luck with your ground work!

[@larissasousa5052]

A very good tutorial, Captain. Thank you.

[@clayviation]

Thanks, Larissa!

[@DaveBrown1]

Great information and video, many thanks.

[@clayviation]

Dave Brown thanks and I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching and subscribing and be sure to let me know if there are any ideas you'd like to see me to explore in X-Plane.

[@MrDzmitry]

The quality of the narration is fantastic! Keep up the good work

[@clayviation]

Thanks, MrDzmitry! Glad to have you along for some flights!

[@ellonysman]

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[@yhan4437]

Sweet! Could you post a video on taxing? The letters and numbers are confusing to me. I would like to be able to taxi without using progressive taxi aid.

[@clayviation]

Tywan Carson you bet! The next few flights are a multi part series to the Bahamas but that's a great idea - I'll work it into the series. Thanks for watching and stay tuned!

[@yhan4437]

Thanks!

[@clayviation]

@@yhan4437 - here is that video! th-cam.com/video/H2RYXphuhMs/w-d-xo.html