This is an "upwind" turbine, so-called because it operates facing into the wind. Other turbines are designed to run "downwind", facing away from the wind.

"Upwind" turbines are designed to operate facing into the wind. Other turbines are designed to run "downwind," facing away from the wind.

The true direction from which the wind is moving at a given location.

The location from which the wind is blowing FROM.

The direction from which the wind is blowing. For example, an easterly wind is blowing from the east, not toward the east. It is reported with reference to true north, or 360 degrees on the compass, and expressed to the nearest 10 degrees, or to one of the 16 points of the compass (N, NE, etc.).

Where the wind is coming from. This is important for you to know. Take-offs and landings can benefit greatly from proper alignment with the wind. Takeoffs and landings should both be into the wind (providing you with the least ground speed.)- Extreme Sport! Well, many think so, but it really is one of the safer forms of personal flight...