Improved fuel economy
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Improved fuel economy
I flew with an experienced colleague who insisted on putting on the wing anti ice after acceleration alt 1500' (737). His theory being that the increased warmth on the leading edge transgresses over the wing chord to improve the laminar flow......any thoughts? Or just Bo****ks?
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From: Somewhere over the rainbow
I'm sure Boeing wouldn't like it! Whats wrong with following the flight manual? Its primarily used as a De-Icer only.
Has your colleague considered the decrease in engine efficiency (and increased fuel usage) due to the higher use of bleed air?
Has your colleague considered the decrease in engine efficiency (and increased fuel usage) due to the higher use of bleed air?
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I flew with an experienced colleague who insisted on putting on the wing anti ice after acceleration alt 1500' (737). His theory being that the increased warmth on the leading edge transgresses over the wing chord to improve the laminar flow......any thoughts? Or just Bo****ks?
As Comfy said... follow what is written. Don't try to reinvent aerodynamics.
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From: La Belle Province
Even aircraft DESIGNED for blowing on the wing for lift purposes didn't gain anything in cruise from having it on.
And what does he think all the escaping duct air is doing to the laminar flow when it mixes with the BL?
And what does he think all the escaping duct air is doing to the laminar flow when it mixes with the BL?
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