View Full Version : why do cirrus aircraft have a shorter takeoff
matamisa
20th Apr 2008, 20:37
distance than the landing distance? http://www.cirrusdesign.com/sr22/performance.aspx
Mach Jump
20th Apr 2008, 22:01
310HP engine might have something to do with it:)
toolowtoofast
20th Apr 2008, 23:58
because they have better power than brakes?
Mark1234
20th Apr 2008, 23:59
Or useless brakes?
Being honest - no real idea :rolleyes:
barit1
21st Apr 2008, 00:30
High power-to-weight ratio single-engine aircraft frequently have short takeoff distance. Particularly true of some 30s-40s aircraft - the P-51H and F8F would make your eyes water on takeoff acceleration and climb.
Here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nztQ1Ar8JRg) is an illustration!