Performance and Limitations Flashcards

1
Q

An aircraft is flying at a constant power setting and constant indicated altitude. What happens to the true airspeed and true altitude if the outside air temperature decreases?

A

The true airspeed and the true altitude both decrease.

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2
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If an aircraft is flying at L/D max, what can be said of flying at lower or higher angles of attack?

A

Total drag is increased.

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3
Q

What does the lower limit of the green arc on an airspeed indicator represent?

A

The poweroff stall speed in a specified configuration.

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4
Q

If the atmospheric pressure and temperature remain the same, how would an increase in humidity affect takeoff performance?

A

Takeoff distance would be longer because the air is less dense.

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