Air Traffic Patterns

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• Traffic Pattern: In aviation, a traffic pattern is the standard path followed by aircraft when taking off or landing at an airport. It consists of four legs: upwind, crosswind, downwind, and base. The upwind leg is flown parallel to the runway in the opposi ... Read More >>
• Deviation: In aviation, deviation refers to the difference between the magnetic heading of an aircraft and the compass heading. This discrepancy is caused by the magnetic fields generated by electrical equipment and metal structures within the aircraf ... Read More >>
• Cumulus Clouds: Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds with flat bottoms and rounded tops that often resemble cotton balls. They are formed by the upward movement of warm, moist air, and are typically found at low to medium altitudes. In aviation, cumulus ... Read More >>