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Old 8th Aug 2007, 09:12
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I get 75 knots in my G5A some have said because it is quite light at 804kg and thats why it is so fast.

My engineer recommends, for best efficiency, fly high enough to the point where the throttle is wide open. Max throttle height?????

I think the argument is that "that is where the engine is developing its full rated power" and this is supposed to translate to best efficiency. I dont quite understand the logic though.....

.... if you put your foot to the floor on a car you will go fast but I am sure its miles per gallon goes down.

Can anyone explain?
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