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Master crosswind limits before checkride
The FAA expects you to know your aircraft's demonstrated crosswind component cold. Review your POH now—most trainers are limited to 12-15 knots. On checkride, you'll brief runway conditions and refuse an unsafe approach. Practice calculating wind components using the 60/30 rule, then verify against your actual limits.
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