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Old 12th Nov 2003, 06:01
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parris50
 
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I think its A because increased flap increases drag.

A small amount of flap increases lift but with a small drag penalty. With larger amounts of flap, the increased drag outweighs the increased lift.

With lots of drag, accelleration will be slower and there for take off distance will be greater.
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