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19th Jan 2005, 17:35

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For a quickie, use IAS/100 (e.g., 250 kts => 2.5 NM) for 25-30 deg AOB. Use TAS if available. It should be close enough for estimates in the terminal area.

How does that work with all the fancy formulae?