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Old 17th Apr 2006, 08:46
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B737 flap extension over 20,000ft limit.

I would like some input on why Boeing has put a limit of not extending flaps above 20,000ft?? My first thought is that because of increased TAS if you increase lift by extending flaps at that altitude the stress imposed on the wings and flap surfaces can be catastrophic. Please feel free to input in this matter(and correct me!). Thanks
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