Sideslips with Paul - Flight Lesson Video

In this video Paul is just about to solo. His landings are looking great but he is often landing left of the center and is having trouble controlling the airplane in a crosswind.
I see this a lot. Many folks accept this and land a little crooked and off the center. In this video you will see me teach Paul how to develop precision lateral control.
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[@kenmercer8040]

I consume a TON of aviation media, and I can honestly say this is my new "go-to" source for great flying tips. I think it's true that we're all a product of our teaches , and I'm happy to be able to add you to my roster of amazing teachers.

[@TheFinerPoints]

Thanks Ken! I really appreciate that feedback - I'll keep em coming - stay tuned for more and thanks for the great comment.

[@YankeeVatnik1917]

Any suggestions for more?

[@martj1189]

Private Pilot with 90 hrs and still have yet to master that lateral movement, so thank you for this video! Its something that my 2 cfis have yet to fully explain to me!

[@TheFinerPoints]

You're welcome! Let me know how it works. Just make sure you don't use too little bank, too much rudder, that will just make you crooked and still going forward ... it's just enough rudder to prevent the nose from following the bank. Good luck!

[@steveszanto1581]

My god that's such a simple but effective explanation. Thank you so much for this!

[@teropa79]

This lateral sideslip move is exactly the same what is used in a crosswind landing. Only in the case of xwind, the lateral drift counters the wind, ie just enough bank to counter the wind and keep it over the centerline. And just enough opposite rudder to keep nose pointed down the runway. People are just not used to creating that sideslip to move laterally in a no wind condition. But that is exactly what we do in a xwind landing :).

[@TheFinerPoints]

That is correct!

[@danaskubic2145]

This is how I was taught to do xwind landings also and prefer it over the crab and last second rudder method. Great coment.

[@jeffreymcguire6895]

That is the first video I have seen that demonstrates how to correctly get back on center line while keeping the nose pointed down the runway. Centerline, Centerline, Centerline my instructor would always tell me I didn't understand why until we practiced on a 30' wide runway with little room for error. Aha now I get it !! #TFP

[@TheFinerPoints]

Jeffrey McGuire awesome!

[@averdung]

My first smack-on centerline landing was at Hicks (T67), a 60 ft-wide strip beside a railway track, after about 20 hours out of KADS, KTKI and other airliner-quality runways... pucker factor had a lot to do with that clean landing! Fully worth it - the chicken-fried steak at the Beacon made my day!

[@ryanmcfarland6086]

I'm confused as to why people would give this video a thumbs down. I think Jason made a confusing subject for students very easy to understand.

[@kevinlou]

Thank you for all your videos. These are super helpful. Good teacher makes a huge difference.

[@peregrinussolutionsllc6010]

Great video! Always love watching sideslips from this view in your videos, you're a smooth operator :-)

[@GoneFlying]

Great video. Even though I already have my PPL, I always enjoy having an instructor with me... you always learn something new, and it keeps the skills sharp. Thanks for the refresher 😁

[@cadenorris4009]

I started my training fairly recently, and I’ve started to research a ton of stuff before my instructor goes over it. I really appreciate all your videos, because they are short yet easy to comprehend!

[@stubblejumper9807]

Jeez Jason you make me want to come and take lessons from you even tho I already have my ppl. Your videos are really valuable to anybody who wants to improve there flying skills and you teach in a way that's simple to understand. Keep up the excellent work.

[@BelowMinimums]

This is really good information. I'm working on pre solo right now just as Paul was in this video and I plan on getting my CFI in the future. I will definitely tuck this into my filing drawer of things to remember from you when I get it!

[@chenjunalex]

Very useful hint for going back and lining up with the runway centerline. Thanks for the video 👍

[@pesin05]

Standing ovation, so informative wow, you are so interesting to listen to... Thank you for this video

[@ainarm]

#TFP Thanks for this. This is something I am now working on in my flight training, getting that last lateral line up with the centerline. Being able to watch this is helpful.

[@ikay2102]

Love instructors calm voice, just perfecr for students to remember. Thanks great job .

[@tommasopoletto1324]

Wow i have to say that i finally know on what i really have to work to improve my landings! I wish my instructor had teached me that way as well!

[@SW-hk6up]

Excellent explanation and demonstration of lateral movement and side slip. You make it look easy.

[@saiduslu7681]

pretty cool clarification and demonstration!

[@MrYungilike]

loud and clear explanation, thanks a lot for the video

[@scottwebster7114]

Wow! I'm close to solo and this is what I needed. Managing lateral movement over the runway. Thanks a million.

[@inayaracurti904]

Very nice! I never had this lesson in my CP. Would be great if there were more instructor like you over the world!

[@feetgoaroundfullflapsC]

There are 3 kinds of Slips.. Forward Slip to lose altitude, Crosswind Slip for crosswind landing touchdowns and The Side Slip to move sideways without turning the nose too much .. All are used different. Using them wrong is one of the main cause of bad landings and even damages. Some pilots can do them 3 well, but call them by the wrong names like calling a Crossswind Slip a Side Slip, Or a Forward Slip A Side Slip-which are different and that confuses the student a lot. I used to demo crosswind landings even 20 knots direct on my cherokee and showed the 3 kinds of slips and the differences. Many times when crosswinds up to 15 knots, my pilots were the Only ones doing touch and goes on the airport due they got that training.. Fun to see them flying while the self called "Veterans" could not match them and just looked from the ground. LOL..

[@pilotavery]

Technically all slips are aerodynamically identical, the difference is the frame of reference

[@Kylezjohnston]

Amazing videos. Thank you.

[@danaskubic2145]

I found this very interesting and excellent teaching method. I don't recall my instructors ever explaining centerline lateral control so simply like this. It would have made greasing the landings much easier. Found you through your comment to a Matt Guthmiller video. Now a new subscriber. I no longer fly and had to sell my airplane but I greatly appreciate your teaching method refresher training on the basics.Thanks!! 😎

[@smsfrancis]

I'm at the exact same point in my training; trying to perfect those landings to go for my first solo. The side slip had been explained but you are so clear in your explanations and it's great to see it over and over on here. When I pass, I'm going to list you as my joint instructor 😂

[@dominicbarbagallo3158]

This is the most insane video I’ve ever seen. Every pilot should subscribe.

[@aronbechiom565]

Love these videos...not only because of what I'm learning, but also I want to be this style of CFI. Currently in Commercial training, then CFI immediately after.

[@jcurley84]

Great tips for keeping it on the center line. Like Paul I tend to drift left before touchdown and needed a mental picture to help for my next flight.

[@aviationcommunity7886]

I've made correction on centerline landing, and the video length are perfect, giving time to digest the tutorial.. looking forward for more such videos. #TFP

[@Tony031570]

Your videos are great for instruction. Very clear and attention to detail. I have 100 hours (spread out over the years) and I need work on crosswind correction and knowing the subtle differences between crab, side slip and forward slip. Its very confusing to a new pilot and your videos explain the differences very well. I feel better now. Taking my PPL check ride this Friday!

[@jo2ed]

This was fantastic, thank you!

[@nszonker]

Thanks, Jason. This shows clearly and concisely the type of things I try to learn from these videos. Keep it up. BTW 10-15 min is about the learning concentration limit for most people, so the length is good, and allows for repetition. -Don #TFP.

[@GalenCop9]

Another great video, good explanation of aileron and rudder use! Thanks! ~Galen Miller

[@hotrodray9884]

Great explanation video. Finally someone who can explain what is happening and why!!! I've got several thousand hours and there are many poor instructors and corporate pilots out there Drive em up, drive em down. Thump bump. Thank you Sir.. New subscriber here.

[@SHAREMediaBK]

Amazing concept! Love this!

[@rhartea]

Very impressive and encouraging

[@TheOverdriver1]

That was soo cool, I did side-slips only as a way to reduce altitude on final, but not in like this, my instructors never really demonstrated this smooth techniques to correct my centreline, I wish i had some good instructors like you in our school :D

[@markmarincic]

Jason, your teaching style is really collaborative. Cross controlled flight can be very counterintuitive and a little uncomfortable especially so close to the flare. I really appreciate that you take time to make sure your students grasp the concept. I was also really impressed when Paul asked you to demo it again. Wish I had done that more when I was a student. #TFP

[@TheFinerPoints]

Right!? me too, it's a great way to learn. On the San Juan trip, Howard told me he basically just asked to watch Patrick fly ... that's the sign of an experienced "student" :)

[@carbonhazard]

yep. I feel like right now I'm too concerned with flare to worry about slipping lol. Just the flare task saturates me plenty currently.

[@andrecavalcanti361]

I just did my solo flight today, and landed 2 meters off the center line. This lesson was just perfect! Thanks so much for the great content! Cheers from Brazil!

[@HitsOutdoors]

awesome VIDEO.. Im a student just at my SOLO point. This video gave me an awesome prospective. Like Paul, I too am slightly missing the centerline but land exceptionally well , so they tell me.. This video I think will get me dialed in on the centerline better. THANKS..

[@joachimreif7678]

One of the best flying experiences when I learned to master the side slip.

[@krishkrithivasan959]

This was wow! Helped me really grease my landings!!

[@bitianx]

Excellent explanation and demonstration. I just had this issue yesterday and now i know how to fix it. Thank you so much.

[@TheFinerPoints]

awesome! you're most welcome

[@dalehoover465]

I am a flight simulation enthusiast. I have wondered about side slips for some time. This video satisfied my curiosity, and I will be practicing this in simulation.

[@aviationcommunity7886]

This is a very educative video for me as an online PPL student. I'm preparing to go for my practical flying lessons in April 2018 at Harv's Air, hence trying to get my self as ready as possible. On X-plane 11, I didn't have a runway centerline discipline until watching this video. Very inspiring video and it just made me start practicing my landing again on X-Plane11.

[@boommer3564]

Awesome very useful during windy days

[@crazyglue31]

I am a student pilot and this video has helped me understand what’s happening with the saying “here’s the point (wingtip) and there’s the nose”, Great video length, not too long to lose interest or cause redundancy. Keep posting! #TFP

[@flyingclint589]

Man! This is good stuff! I am learning so much!

[@PilotWannabe]

I just watched this video today May 2020, cause my landings in the sim suck in a crosswind. Afterward, I immediately just in X-Plane 11 to give this exercise a try. All I can say is wow, first attempt spectacular results. I'm now going to incorporate this exercise into my pattern work. Even sim pilots can benefit from The Finer Points.

[@lambo7403]

THANK YOU!! A simple explanation 👍🏼

[@KimateRichards]

Klvk is my home base. Good to see these videos in my area.

[@tiredoftheliesalready]

Hey, my name's Paul, too, and I'm sure this will be a fun one to learn. I can see myself worrying about hitting the ground when moving the wing to the side I want to slip towards... 😂

[@johnmorrison5087]

#FTP Thank You Jason! Loved the video! Just got my PPL a year and a half ago and love the way you show doing gentle side slip correction. Was never shown this part of a side slip and I will be practicing this as soon as I can.

[@TheFinerPoints]

You're welcome! Yeah, this is a game changer for your landings. You will be master of your domain

[@sharajnaidu5680]

Sir, i have an exam tomorrow for my aeronautical engineering and i was looking at this topic and saw this video. Beautifully explained. Well done good video👍

[@jeffreygoodrich4765]

Side Slips and being down the center line make much more sense to me now. Thanks !

[@TheFinerPoints]

My pleasure! Hope it helps

[@dansage]

Such a great tip. I was taught this at ground school but never in practice. New PPL (uk) with 70 hours

[@mr.martintorres5804]

New subscriber here. I've been checking out your older videos. You are an amazing instructor and patient teacher.

[@TheFinerPoints]

Martin Torres thank you Martin 👍🙏🏻

[@gregfaris6959]

Great video!

[@jacobmunning9972]

These series of videos do a whole lot of good for me because as I am getting ready to start my training for flying, I see more and more how important the most minute details are. I think that it is so cool about making the plane slide from one side to the other, because in a crosswind scenario you could use that. The amazing thing about these videos is that you hit the topic that may not be spoken about a lot, but is definitely key to flying and landing professionally. Also I like the color of the symbol on the instructor’s hat. #THP

[@jacobmunning9972]

Oops my finger hit the wrong key. #TFP

[@alrobinson8]

Interesting concept. Video length is good, I love the lessons. #TFP

[@NelksLife]

You casually nailed a power off 180 without even trying. That's awesome!

[@ehmt-19]

Beautiful demo by the CFI. I'm practicing on my sim, thank you for the instruction!

[@Ichibuns]

I went from airplane to SIM. It is a requirement for my flight schools program because FAA, of course. It's absolutely terrible to compare. I'd say it's great for getting used to autopilot and G1000. For VFR flight training, it's terrible. They're actually far more difficult because weird physics

[@ryanbliss4120]

Thanks for a practical lesson on side slipping onto the center-line. I'm at the same point in my training as Paul was in this video and this lesson made clear what I need to do to land better. Thanks!

[@TheFinerPoints]

Ryan Bliss awesome Ryan! Glad to hear it helped

[@devasurya4952]

WOW! I'm still to join flying school, but that lateral movement is just magic! I really want to learn it XD

[@jimmysalt8825]

Was not tracking the existence of this! I'm learning heaps from this channel!

[@TheFinerPoints]

Spread the word! 🙌🏻 have you seen our app? Learnthefinerpoints.com

[@brandonanderson895]

Love the video. On point with content and just the right length. I have done slips but never in this manor. Great skills to practice!! #TFP

[@TheFinerPoints]

thx Brandon!

[@REBooner30]

These videos are great for students and licensed pilots alike. Awesome instruction.

[@TheFinerPoints]

Rod Boone thanks!

[@MacFromUrbexCross]

Just found the channel and I can already tell there will be zero Bravo Sierra in your videos! Seriously, this is a great change of pace from all the flight vlogs I watch. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheFinerPoints]

Glad you found me Mac! I'll try to keep the Bravo Sierra to a minimum :)

[@michaelrhodes7885]

This was very helpful thank you. I keep messing these up b/c I try to use just the rudders to slip while staying wings level. And that’s been bass akwards

[@evtyler]

I’ve always wanted to get my PPL and your videos are motivating me to seriously consider taking the leap. You’re a phenomenal instructor.

[@motogirlz101]

@evtyler did you go for your ppl? I am trying right now and this slide slip video is helping me.

[@carbonhazard]

I was having issues with this last time I had a crosswind. My CFI helped a lot and this video helped further. I cant wait to try again! Thanks bro.

[@TheFinerPoints]

Good luck!

[@natewarren1828]

Love the video and demonstration!!

[@TheFinerPoints]

Nate Warren thanks Nate!

[@DS-hz4ie]

That is an awesome technique! I don't think I've seen anyone teach it as a way to get to the centerline. Great job as always.

[@TheFinerPoints]

Thanks Dan!

[@spedflyers]

As a new student pilot, this is very helpful information on how to get the plane centered on the run way. I am a visual learner so these new video formats are great and length is just right to keep your attention while still giving enough information! Thanks! #TFP

[@TheFinerPoints]

thx for the feedback!

[@michaeljohn8905]

Very concise way to teach slips. I use them very often as I grew up on a 2000 Ft runway and 50 ft obstacles at the begging and the end was angled not straight on the reciprocal . I am so glad my CFI taught me these techniques as they can really be needed in an emergency. My question is that I don’t them being taught at schools these days .Why is that ?

[@tinothepilot]

Wow, really needed this tip to jar the rust off my skills. I’m just getting back into flying fixed wing, particularly general aviation, after over 23 years (been flying helicopters in the Navy until I retired). Your explanation and demonstration is spot on. Thanks.

[@TheFinerPoints]

Awesome! You should checkout the free trial of the Ground School app - it would be super helpful in getting you current again! www.learnthefinerpoints.com/ground-school

[@SloanKedering]

Love your teaching style. Great advice for a fledgling cfi #TFP

[@TheFinerPoints]

thx! It's nice to think after all this time I might have a few pointers

[@moonshade99]

You are amazing teacher

[@SIM3PAUL]

What a great video, subscribed!

[@deanmiles3505]

Great demo...

[@MH-yc7wm]

Thanks, nice way demonstrating it. Will try this on my next flight. #TFP

[@jwschrag]

I use the sideslip method when necessary to tweak my alignment with the centerline or to choose a particular path on a wider runway. I like the short lesson formats, showing examples, good and bad, corrections, and results in a short and concise video that can be watched in a brief amount of time. #TFP.

[@TheFinerPoints]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@alanpeterson2160]

Great video. I'm a private pilot who doesn't fly often and I learned some things. Subscribed and I'll be watching your other videos. Thank you for sharing these !

[@TheFinerPoints]

Alan Peterson thanks Alan!

[@anathemapth]

This is by far the best informative video I have seen regarding flying. Learning in the cockpit when the light is shining on your performance is difficult. I have always stressed about two things while learning to fly. Both to do with landings. This is one of them. The comment about the wingtips was spot on part of what I stress about. Thanks for this video. Well worth the Patreon contribution just for this :)

[@TheFinerPoints]

Thanks! I work hard on the art of instruction and I'm happy to hear it's coming through in these videos, thanks for watching and commenting!

[@sierrabum]

I’d echo your statements. Great videos.

[@cfe0808]

Very educational - like the pauses to reaffirm the lesson. length is good.

[@BrianHorton1]

Very nice demonstration on the finer points of aileron-rudder control. Hopefully this become even more evident when you cover forward slips to landing approaches. Looking forward to seeing many more nuggets of information you've acquired over the years, thank you #TFP !

[@TheFinerPoints]

Thanks Brian!

[@MrAlwaysBlue]

Very useful. I'm a qualified microlight pilot but still haven't quite cracked the lateral control on round out.

[@ChuckKC]

Great content thanks for showing that!

[@eric514]

Love the 70’s music !

[@nickhart5332]

Awesome! Thanks for the tip! Signed, A student pilot!

[@flyboy1405]

Awesome tip! I haven’t seen this taught before, #TFP.

[@multitieredinvestor183]

My best landing ever. 40 K XWIND. I did a slip and lowered the wing INTO the wind. Landed on left wheel only. Very relieved when my Comanche stopped rolling.

[@johnisaac8520]

Great video Jason.

[@TheFinerPoints]

Thanks John!

[@markstafford7157]

Awesome! Thank you so much for sharing this video and technique. I am student pilot and have been having trouble maintaining centerline, usually veering left. Hopefully this will work in my sim so I can practice it before my next flight instruction on Sunday. Thanks!! #TFP

[@TheFinerPoints]

Awesome Mark! I hope it helps

[@sandeepmathur168]

Just wanna say....thanks . ...hope to get some lessons with you personally

[@corbinhayes]

Great video, I am going to be doing slip to landings during my next lesson. This is great precursor knowledge to take with me! #TFP

[@TheFinerPoints]

I hope it helps!

[@j.hamoniii4840]

Great Video! I always like to learn new things in your videos, the format has always been great. Studen pilot here! #TFP

[@TheFinerPoints]

awesome! thx for the feedback

[@billbrisson9927]

Learned to fly on a runway that wasn't much wider than a single lane back road! If you were off the centerline, you had wheels in the grass! sure made flying into big airports seem easier.

[@GilbertoNovaes3]

I am completely thrilled and impressed with the ability to control the airplane so close to the runway. It`s hard to do. Please, I would like to understand step by step the process to have this same control. I`m a Commercial Pilot student in Canada and here is very windy. This skill will be very nice to me. Please, if you can, make a video explaining step by step to control the airplane in that way. To tell you the truth, I would like to be your student. Thank you so much for reading my comment.