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Old 25th May 2006 | 12:30
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FullWings
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Well, I suppose it depends on what your definition of glide ratio is for a powered aircraft. Engine(s) windmilling, seized, dropped off...? Generators/hydraulics on/off...? RAT out...?

I prefer to think what it would be if there was no thrust/drag from the engine installation, so you get an idea of what the airframe is capable of. In this respect, I still think modern jets are way ahead of their predecessors.
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