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Old 7th February 2013 | 16:56
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AngeloUMD
 
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Physics of Deceleration in Landing

Ok guys, if you're coming in for a landing at 15 kts, at what point does your forward momentum commit you to land? 1 second out, 2 seconds, 1 rotor diameter, more? Let's say you're flying a Bell 206 the like, so not too heavy.

Basically, how much time/distance would you need to stop without physically touching down if you're landing fast. Does it depend on the pilot?
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