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Old 3rd Dec 2008, 14:23
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rubik101
 
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Econ Crz, or whatever you choose to fly, is a fixed IAS. e.g. 250 kts or M.78.
In warmer air the TAS will be higher than in cooler air. At ISA +10 you will fly faster than at ISA -10.
In still air, your flight time can vary by several minutes an hour under such circumstances.
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