Symbols Abbreviations & Terminology

Question 1

V_A

Answer 1

Design Maneuvering Speed - max speed at which full or abrupt control movements may be used. Does not protect from possible over-stressing of airplane.

Question 2

V_O

Answer 2

Maximum Operating Maneuvering Speed - max speed the a/p may be stalled w/o exceeding structural limitations

Question 3

V_FE

Answer 3

Maximum Flap Extended Speed - max speed permissible w/ wing flaps extended in a prescribed extended position.

Question 4

V_NO

Answer 4

Maximum Structural Cruising Speed - speed that should not be exceeded except in smooth air, then only with caution

Question 5

V_NE

Answer 5

Never Exceed Speed - speed limit that may not be exceeded at any time.

Question 6

V_S

Answer 6

Stalling Speed or Minimum Steady Flight Speed - minimum speed at which the airplane is controllable

Question 7

V_SO

Answer 7

Stalling Speed or Minimum Steady Flight Speed - minimum speed at which the airplane is controllable in the landing configuration at the most forward center of gravity.

Question 8

V_X

Answer 8

Best Angle of Climb - speed at which results in the greatest climb in a given horizontal distance.

Question 9

V_Y

Answer 9

Best Rate of Climb Speed - speed which results in the greatest gain in altitude in a given time.