Thanks, Okie. I had not seen the last data point Ugly posted if that's it.
Dunno about the T-6, as my UPT didn't have any planes with a prop. IP would yank throttles back and announce engine failure. So I was taught to get to the best glide speed or even best lowest descent AoA, then use your SA to turn to nearest field, or at least a nice place to bail.You know, FAC tells you best bailout heading if you got hit bad.
So your idea has merit and I am surprised at that low speed.