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Old 25th May 2003 | 01:32
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ITCZ
 
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So what are we aiming for?

(a) Minimum/flattest descent angle/best glide range? Sounds like an AoA or IAS at given weight for best Lift/Drag ratio.

Or

(b) Minimum descent RATE? at a slower IAS and higher AoA giving a steeper descent angle and reduced glide range, but perhaps more time at a higher altitude that may give higher TAS and lower specific fuel consumption.

????
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