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Old 20th November 2011 | 14:11
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GlueBall
 
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PSR ...keep in mind that B747 will burn less fuel being vectored extra distance for separation at zero flap speed, rather than having to slow down "way out" and dragging flaps. Zero flap speed upon arrival could typically be around 220kts.
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