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Old 11th Jul 2008, 20:16
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daikilo
 
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The objective is a safe landing

I am not a test pilot but I would set up my landing well before my wheels touch. If you have a tailwind, your groundspeed will be relatively higher than your airspeed. As planes need air, touch at your required airspeed. d
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