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Old 22nd Aug 2006, 00:54
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mangatete
 
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Basic TOD point still works with 3 x Altitude = Distance to start TOD from the destination. You may begin descent slightly early but this allows for the slow down to 250kts and then back to flap / gear schedules. Also allows use of partial thrust in descent for gradient changes. Using speed brake latter in descent to fix speed/height problem is more inefficient than a slightly early descent point. Aim for 5000ft @20nm to run at 250kts. Next gate 3000ft @10nm 180kts.

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