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Old 20th May 2006 | 10:36
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hawk37
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Originally Posted by wondering
Think in terms of angle of attack. In general terms, there is one optimum AoA for max range regardless of weight.
Is this really correct? Certainly one aoa for max L/D speed, reqardless of weight, as long as mach effects are not a player. But does aoa remain constant during cruise at max range speed? Neglecting wind/temp changes etc.
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