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Old 13th Nov 2007, 12:46
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It's a matter of maximising the "lift to velocity" ratio in a balanced turn. About half flap, full power and pull to the buffet will get you close.

Ballistic or semi-ballistic maneuvers can reduce it further e.g. stall turn (hammerhead) or a wing-over, but these need some vertical space to complete.
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