14-09-2005, 09:40 PM
Naturally, the winds will usually flow West-East. This isn't always the case though, so never assume that if you're heading East you'll
have a tailwind. Like I mentioned previously, when calculating fuel always plan for at least a 100KT headwind. This way you shouldn't
have any problems if you accidentally encounter a very strong headwind. If headwinds are expected to be greater than 100KTS, I'll always
take along the required IMC alternate fuel. Usually a few extra thousand pounds.
have a tailwind. Like I mentioned previously, when calculating fuel always plan for at least a 100KT headwind. This way you shouldn't
have any problems if you accidentally encounter a very strong headwind. If headwinds are expected to be greater than 100KTS, I'll always
take along the required IMC alternate fuel. Usually a few extra thousand pounds.
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