Airspeed Markings (V-Speeds) Flashcards
What does the ‘V’ in V speeds stand for?
Velocity
What is V1 speed?
The takeoff decision speed where the pilot must decide to continue the takeoff or abort.
True or False: V2 is the minimum safe speed during the climb after takeoff.
True
What does Vso represent?
The stall speed in the landing configuration.
Fill in the blank: Vfe is the maximum flap extended speed, and it varies based on ______.
the type of aircraft and flap setting
What is the stall speed in a clean configuration referred to as?
Vs
What is the significance of Vne?
Vne is the never exceed speed, which should not be exceeded in any operation.
Multiple choice: Which of the following speeds is the maximum structural cruising speed? A) Vno B) Vne C) Vx
A) Vno
What does Vx represent?
The best angle of climb speed.
True or False: Vy is the best rate of climb speed.
True
What is Vglide?
The speed at which an aircraft will achieve the best glide distance.
Fill in the blank: Vx is used to gain ______ altitude in the shortest horizontal distance.
the most
What is the relationship between Vso and Vs?
Vso is the stall speed in landing configuration; Vs is the stall speed in clean configuration.
What does Vfe indicate?
The maximum speed at which flaps can be safely extended.
Multiple choice: What is the correct definition of Vno? A) Maneuvering speed B) Maximum structural cruising speed C) Stall speed
B) Maximum structural cruising speed
What is the primary purpose of Vne?
To prevent structural damage to the aircraft by exceeding its design limits.
True or False: Vglide is used during engine failure scenarios.
True
What speed should a pilot aim to maintain during a go-around?
Vy
Fill in the blank: The V speeds are critical for safe ______ operations.
flight
What is the importance of knowing V speeds for a pilot?
They help ensure safe takeoff, landing, and climb operations.
What does Vx tell a pilot about their climb performance?
It indicates the speed for the best angle of climb.
Multiple choice: At what point is V2 reached? A) During takeoff B) During landing C) During climb-out
C) During climb-out
What is the typical relationship between Vno and Vne?
Vne is always greater than Vno.
True or False: A pilot can exceed Vne in turbulent conditions.
False
What should a pilot do if they exceed Vne?
Reduce speed immediately to avoid structural damage.
Fill in the blank: The V speeds are listed in the ______ for each aircraft.
Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH)
What is VR speed?
Rotation Speed
What V speed represents Maneuvering Speed?
VA
What is the V speed notation for Maximum structural cruising speed?
VNO
