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Old 6th March 2010 | 21:35
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Rj111
 
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It's simple...

You wing's L/D ratio won't change just because it's bigger - yes there will be more drag but there will be more lift too.

You'll be able to fly much higher reducing form drag on the fuselage.

Your IAS will be slower but your TAS will be the same.




Disclaimer: This may or may not be completely wrong.
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