How much is too much wind?

[Jaruiz]

Hello, another newbie Q, how much wind its to much to fly a .46? Because I see the current conditions in the weather, 17 kmh, and I don't know if that's a lot or not. :)
Thanks guys.

Julian

[Sempai-mj]

If it's not a cross wind it should ok.

[Kevin Rochon]

Of course you're just starting but try not to be intimidated by the wind we have to live with it. If the wind is pretty much down the runway well up to 30 k is ok, more is a bit of a challenge specially if it's a bit crosswind.

Too much would be like when my friend Ray (Bob you where there on the ice) wanted to try 100 k the plane just took off by itself and slammed down when the gust diminished.


But practice practice practice makes for a better pilot.

[Burning Head]

On windy days, I use my crappy planes... just in case. It hurt less

[Jaruiz]

Well, thanks for the advice.
Finally I flew today with 22kmh cross wind and I'm alive and kinking(my plane too). Thanks to Claude :) and his advice.

[dhamultun]

Fantastic!

[beto9]

I knew I had a tiger when I started flying you!

[Burning Head]

A new Kamikaz is born:D

[briankizner]

I just got back from flying in 40 k winds. Not too easy but it definitely sharpens the flying skills. You will find that, when you graduate to quicker, more acrobatic aircraft, that they will be less affected by the wind than your trainer. I think that you should be able to fly anything heavier than an indoor model in wind up to 30k. If the wind is down the runway, it actually makes takeoff and landing easier. After all, if you wait for calm days, you may find that you don't fly very often. Crosswinds are tougher. You should definitely practice your crosswind landings- it will make you a better pilot. Congratulations on getting your wings--the adventure is only beginning.