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24th Jul 2006, 13:10

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Olendirk

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Descend rate vs weight

Hey guys,

Question:Same aircraft, why is the descend rate at const.speed at light weight f the aircraft higher than that of a heavier aircraft??

I have no clue,

Thanks

OD