Can Planes Fly in Gales?

This is normal procedure in crosswind landings so do not be alarmed. In summary, it's perfectly safe to fly in strong wind. The aircraft can handle it, and the pilots are well trained to do so. Just expect it to be a little bumpy during take-off and landing.

Can planes take off in windy conditions?

There is no single maximum wind limit as it depends on the direction of wind and phase of flight. A crosswind above about 40mph and tailwind above 10mph can start to cause problems and stop commercial jets taking off and landing. It can sometimes be too windy to take-off or land.

Can planes fly in 100 mph winds?

While at cruising altitude, it's not unusual for an aircraft to travel through wind speeds over 100 mph, so it's not so much the wind speed but rather the direction and fluctuations in speed that have the biggest influence. Aircraft typically take off and land by steering into the oncoming wind.