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Old 24th Oct 2017, 22:34
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ShotOne
 
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A shorter take-off roll will mostly require a higher flap setting which increases fuel burn. But I agree, the fuel is small beer compared to the increased engine wear, particularly since rwy length doesn't affect climb to higher cruise levels, just to acceleration alt

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