What does crabbing an airplane mean?

When an aircraft is pointed in one direction but moving in another direction, it is said to “crab”. One way to correct for crosswind conditions during landing is by purposefully establishing a crab, using the rudder and ailerons to angle the aircraft's nose into the direction of the wind while keeping the wings level.



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