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Old 4th Jan 2011, 13:35
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barit1
 
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One can always ask the opposite question: Why do most small aircraft have such low wing loading? Their slow approach speed means that crosswind or tailwind landings are very dicey, and the large profile drag of a big wing limits their top speed. How profitable can a light transport aircraft be with its weather limitations and slow cruise speed?
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