----[Please read http://ercoupers.com/disclaimer.htm before following any advice in this forum.]---- It is my opinion that best angle of climb only works in a dream world where all conditions are optimal. I understand the difference between best angle and best rate of climb, but for my money, I will opt for best rate. I try to never get into a situation where I must rely on best angle.
Larry John Cooper wrote: > ----[Please read http://ercoupers.com/disclaimer.htm before following any advice in this forum.]---- > > On the other hand, lifting off at the speed of best rate of climb, with a > > normal nose low ground > > roll, should result in your best chance of clearing an obstacle > > I think Greg's position has merit. The reason is that the plane is getting a > "free ride" from staying on the ground longer (same argument holds for flying > in ground effect) allowing it to build more kenetic energy, which is then > converted into climb capability. By lifting off at Vy and holding it there, > you get the best steady state rate of climb, but pulling off at 85 or 90 MPH > allows you to convert that extra KE into altitude. As airspeed bleeds off to > Vy, you want to transition to a climb at Vx. After it's all said and done, I > wonder how significant the difference will be? > > (BTW, for obstacle clearance, you want best ANGLE, not best rate...) > > John > > __________________________________________________ > To unsubscribe from this list please send mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > ___________________________________________________________ > T O P I C A The Email You Want. http://www.topica.com/t/16 > Newsletters, Tips and Discussions on Your Favorite Topics __________________________________________________ To unsubscribe from this list please send mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] ___________________________________________________________ T O P I C A The Email You Want. http://www.topica.com/t/16 Newsletters, Tips and Discussions on Your Favorite Topics
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