Crosswinds influence which aspect of flight?

• A. Engine performance.
• B. Cabin pressure.
• C. Approach technique.
• D. Autothrust settings.

Answer: (C)

Crosswinds mainly affect lateral guidance during the final approach. The wind from the side pushes the airplane off the runway centerline, so you must use rudder (and coordinated aileron) to counter drift and keep the aircraft tracking toward the runway. Depending on wind conditions, you may fly a crab to align with the runway during the approach and then de-crab (or perform a sideslip) to touchdown aligned with the runway. This handling around the final approach and landing is why approach technique is the aspect influenced by crosswinds. The other options aren’t directly about lateral alignment on approach—engine performance, cabin pressure, and autothrust settings don’t hinge on wind direction in the same way.