Mountain Wave Downdrafts

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A corollary to the adage that a pilot can never have enough runway ahead, altitude below or fuel in the tanks, is "Never run out of airspeed and always have a safe way out." Unfortunately, strong downdrafts from mountain waves can quickly leave you out of altitude, airspeed and a safe exit. Leading...

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