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Old 9th February 2004 | 00:12
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Tinstaafl
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From: Escapee from Ultima Thule
V2 overspeed still doesn't take you past Vx. That method is used in jets (where Rwy length is available) to get closer to Vx for the climb.

I use the rolling start from downwind taxi a lot ie power applied as I turn the corner from one side of the airstrip.

The goal is to accelerate & rotate to achieve Vx then flap & gear as soon as possible. Maintain Vx & full power until clear of the obstacle. Some strips I go into require a turn almost as soon as airborne.

If a soft, boggy or rough field then that will adverserely affect distance required. No getting around that. Get the thing airborne in ground affect as soon as you can - but not below Vmc - then accelerate to Vx & as per before.
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