Introduction to Pilot Podcast

➤ Pre-Monsoon Storm Biparjoy
➤ Flying during a storm
➤ What are gust winds?
➤ Landing in gusty winds
➤ After landing successfully
➤ Responsibility of a Pilot
➤ Bad weather during Flight Training
➤ Dedication to become a Pilot
➤ Mindset of a Pilot inside
➤ How can you decide to become a Pilot?
➤ How tough are DGCA exams for Pilots?
➤ Opportunities to become a Pilot

Key Points

  • Biparjoy Effect

    Cyclone traces hit Mumbai (pre-monsoon dust storms, diverted monsoon); gusts 180°/15-27kts made parameters "haywire"

  • Go-Around Decision

    20-30ft threshold—gust yawed aircraft violently; instant TOGA (no correction attempt), avoided tailstrike/engine scrape.

  • Config Change

    1st attempt full flaps (low pitch); 2nd config3 (higher energy/speed margin, better go-around per Airbus).

  • ATC Validation

    Tower monitored via binoculars, called Captain post-flight: "Hats off—many pilots struggling, proud of your decision"

  • Passenger Management

    Post-go-around PA explained safety priority; all shook hands/thanked: "Scary but you controlled it perfectly"

  • Student Weather

    Florida hurricanes grounded training; solo cross-country hold-for-fuel vs India real-time decisions.

Summary

Captain Neha executes textbook Biparjoy go-around at 20-30ft amid cyclone gusts (15-27kts variable); config3 adaptation + FO input lands safely; ATC/passengers applaud split-second safety over glamour.

Conclusion

Pre-monsoon cyclones demand ahead-of-aircraft mindset—go-arounds prioritize safety (training/sim checks build confidence); pilot responsibility > passenger comfort.

FAQ

  • What caused Captain Neha's go-around?

    Biparjoy cyclone traces created 180°/15-27kt gusts; aircraft yawed violently at 20-30ft threshold during decrab.

  • Full vs config3 flaps in gusts?

    Full flaps = lower pitch/more lift but less go-around energy; config3 = higher speed margin (Airbus recommendation).

  • ATC reaction to go-around?

    Tower controller called personally: "Watched via binoculars—hats off, many pilots struggling past 3 days"

  • Passenger response post-go-around?

    Clapping from cockpit/FO; all shook hands: "Scary but perfect control—thank you for safety"

  • Pre-monsoon vs monsoon flying?

    Pre = chaotic wind shifts + rain (Biparjoy traces); monsoon = settled rain patterns, less challenging.

  • Pilot training for cyclones?

    6-month proficiency checks + CRM; Florida hurricane holds teach fuel management.