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Unbolted in Fairfield (Update on the 2022 Bell 407 GXP Crash)

Fear of Landing

The helicopter turned left to return to the airport, travelling at about 85 knots. The indicated airspeed had fallen below 65 knots and was still decreasing. As the airspeed decayed, the right yaw increased. As the airspeed decayed, the right yaw increased. The pilot reported two miles out.

Torque 89
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Airspeed and Altitude Control Simplified: Tips for Stable Flying

Pilot Institute

If you’re aiming to get comfortable with managing both airspeed and altitude in flight, you’ll need to understand the difference between indicated airspeed (IAS) and true airspeed (TAS). Key Takeaways Airspeed and altitude are directly linked to each other throughout different phases of your flight. miles per hour.

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Quiz: BasicMed

Flight Training Central

What is the maximum indicated airspeed you may fly when operating under BasicMed? 250 knots 200 knots 180 knots Correct! When must the pilot complete the next comprehensive medical examination to continue operating under BasicMed? June 31, 2026 June 15, 2028 June 30, 2028 Correct!

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Exploring the Intricacies of the Airspeed Indicator

Pilot's Life Blog

True Airspeed vs Indicated Airspeed VS Equivalent Airspeed Since airspeed indicators use air pressure to measure speed, the indicated airspeed can be less than the actual airspeed at higher altitudes. True airspeed (TAS) is the difference between the indicated airspeed and actual speed.

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Split-S Decision

Plane and Pilot

But a review of the avionics data shows it was entered at the correct airspeed (placarded as between 104 and 165 knots), and the roll rate was constant. They reviewed certification limits, mechanical structure, airspeed instrumentation, and flutter analysis. The listed entry airspeed range is 87 to 97 knots.

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Icing, Systems, and Human Factors: Preliminary Findings on Voepass flight 2283

Fear of Landing

The flight crew adjusted the icing bug to 165 knots. The icing bug is set every flight and indicates the minimum viable speed in icing conditions. The temperature at their cruising altitude was around -9° with westerly winds at 46 knots. The ATR’s airspeed was 191 knots.

Knot 91
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Split-S Decision

Plane and Pilot

But a review of the avionics data shows it was entered at the correct airspeed (placarded as between 104 and 165 knots), and the roll rate was constant. They reviewed certification limits, mechanical structure, airspeed instrumentation, and flutter analysis. The listed entry airspeed range is 87 to 97 knots.