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Exploring the Intricacies of the Airspeed Indicator

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Airspeed indicators work primarily by measuring air pressure differences around the aircraft. The speed indicator itself connects to a series of hollow pipes in the plane that connects to the various instruments on the flight deck, known as the pitot static system. The pitot system captures dynamic, moving air.

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Flight Design rates the F2 with the same 16-knot demonstrated crosswind component as the previous CTs. Otherwise, the F2s flight deck layout is generally straightforward. Stall Speed, Flaps Down: 39 knots Takeoff Distance: 460 ft. Final Thoughts The Flight Design F2 is a well-considered and -executed airplane.

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