AirAsia pilot performs skillful crab landing in Taiwan crosswinds

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An AirAsia pilot's skillful "crab" landing amid strong crosswinds in Taiwan has gone viral. The video shows an Airbus A320 angled into the wind during its approach to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport on May 4. This maneuver, a standard but difficult technique, ensures safety when wind conditions are not aligned with the runway.


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