Climbing Configurations Flashcards
1
Q
Cruise Climb (symbol, speed, why)
A
87 kIAS
symbol V
(maximise distance when
chimbing)
2
Q
Best rate of Climb (speed, symbol, why)
A
79 Kias
Vy
Maximise height gain in shortest time
3
Q
Best angle of Climb (speed, symbol, why)
A
63 Kias
Vx
Maximise height gain optimised for short distance
4
Q
Glide descent (rpm, ground, speed)
A
- Carb heat on
- idle power
- 1/3 ground
73 KIAS
Warm engine every 1000ft
5
Q
Cruise descent (speed, rpm, ground)
A
95 KIAS
2000PM
>1/3 Ground
500’ min
6
Q
Approach descent (speed, power, ground)
A
73 KIAS 1500 rpm 30* flap 1/2 ground Carb heat
