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Old 1st September 2007 | 14:02
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Capn Bloggs
 
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From: Seat 1A
groundspeed is a factor
Absolutely. A strong headwind will require significantly more power than normal down final.
We use 82% N2 (as it is far easier to set/adjust than N1, since it responds much quicker to thrust lever movements) as a base and then if it's not right, change > check > adjust to come up with the power required on the day. Just like basic IF technique.

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