Originally Posted by
SansAnhedral
Interesting extrapolation using only one data point.
Lets establish a curve based upon Sikorsky's own statements:
https://www.defensenews.com/digital-...hits-230-knots
So that's 205 kt @ "less than" 50% power, followed by 211 kt @ 66% power, which would yield a best case blistering 224 kt at MCP (empty)
Fascinating discussion so far; there's something in the Defense News article that puzzles me: "...232 knots in a descent, and 211 knots in straight and level flight, meeting the U.S. Army’s speed requirements for its future long-range assault aircraft..."
How does "...232 knots in a descent and 211 knots in straight and level flight..." meet FLRAA requirements? Am I missing something"?