As we climbed toward our cruise altitude of FL 330, I asked my copilot for a printout of the weather at London’s Heathrow airport, our destination. I wanted a current report for my announcement to our passengers. We had just departed JFK.
A Windy Day for This 777 Captain
Weather conditions make for a turbulent ride.
Key Takeaways:
- The flight encountered unexpected turbulence, which the copilots effectively resolved by climbing the capable 777 to a higher altitude (FL 400), demonstrating the aircraft's ability to climb out of chop.
- Approaching London Heathrow, the crew entered a holding pattern, noting the remarkable accuracy of British air traffic controllers' delay advisories.
- The final approach and landing at Heathrow were challenging due to strong headwinds and a significant crosswind, requiring the pilot's precise manual control to execute a smooth touchdown amidst the difficult conditions.
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