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Old 22nd Nov 2012, 19:43
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post #2 states "some" basic physics but is not the correct formula to explain why a heavier object has more kinetic energy than a lighter one at a given speed and drag.

F/M is that some code to describe movies of a certain type. certainly not a formula or basic aerodynamics of any kind.

I look forwards to your explanations and analogies of why a heavier aircraft below Vmd slows down quicker than a lighter aircraft.

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