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Old 4th July 2009 | 20:42
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I know what the meaning of your VR speed is, however, why is it called 'Rotate'? Why is it called this word?
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Old 4th July 2009 | 20:48
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Beacause its the speed at which you start to rotate the aircraft into its climb attitude. Hence VR = VelocityRotate...
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Old 4th July 2009 | 20:55
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ah ha! I should have just checked the dictionary. Thanks
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Old 6th July 2009 | 22:59
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Knew a pilot who used to say 'Veeeeaaaaaaarr!!!!

In his Midlands accent.

And he also said - Fancy a Cuwwrie!!!!

Cracking words!!!!
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