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Old 8th Aug 2017, 19:16
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eckhard
 
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I would be quite surprised to get low speed buffet before the stick shaker...even above 20 000ft.....
From the 777/787 FCTM (my italics):

High Altitude Maneuvering, “G” Buffet


Airplane buffet reached as a result of airplane maneuvering is commonly referred to as “g” buffet. During turbulent flight conditions, it is possible to experience high altitude “g” buffet at speeds less than MMO. In training, buffet is induced to demonstrate the airplane's response to control inputs during flight in buffet.

Note:
Stick shaker is close to initial buffet for all weights and altitudes. Stick shaker activation may occur if the airplane is maneuvered beyond buffet.


Establish an airspeed of 0.81M to 0.84M. Induce “g” buffet by smoothly increasing the bank angle until the buffet is noticeable. Increase the rate of descent while increasing the bank angle to maintain airspeed. Do not exceed 30° of bank. If buffet does not occur by 30° of bank, increase control column back pressure until buffet occurs. When buffet is felt, relax back pressure and smoothly roll out to straight and level. Notice that the controls are fully effective at all times.
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