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Old 13th Feb 2012, 19:19
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PoF theory questions
Hi,

please help me to solve the following problems(providing an explanation):

1.If an airplane glides at an angle of attack of 10°, how much altitude will it lose in 1 mile?
A:240 feet.
B: 480 feet.
C: 960 feet.

2.How much altitude will this airplane lose in 3 miles of gliding at an angle of attack of 8°?
A:440 feet.
B: 880 feet.
C: 1,320 feet.

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Thanks!

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