Rate of Climb Flashcards
Chapter 7
1
Q
What speed is associated with the maximum rate of climb?
A
Vy
2
Q
Vy is the speed in which the difference between what is greatest?
A
Power available and power required
3
Q
The greater the excess power the greater….?
A
The rate of climb
4
Q
For a Turbo-Jet the best angle of climb (Vx) is always slower than, or equal to…?
A
Vy
5
Q
What happens to Vy with an increase in mass?
A
It is now higher
6
Q
On a hot day what happens to Vy?
A
Increases
7
Q
On a hot day what happens to the rate of climb?
A
Decreases
8
Q
What happens to the drag curve with an engine failure?
A
Moves slightly up and left
9
Q
What is the absolute ceiling?
A
The theoretical altitude at which the rate of climb is zero
