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V- Speeds: What You Need to Know

Northstar VFR

Each aircraft’s POH or manual has a page specifically dedicated to that aircrafts V-Speeds. So, what are they? V-Speeds: What Are They? Each V-speed (and there are many) is technically a specific speed for a specific maneuver in a specific configuration. The rotation speed. It’s natural.

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Unintended Tail Dragger: Prolonged Tail Strike at Milan

Fear of Landing

The Pilot Flying gently applies back pressure on the control column, pitching the aircraft nose up to transition from rolling on the ground to flying in the air. Then the two pilots will crosscheck the take-off performance calculation, including the take-off reference speeds. This transition of lifting off is called rotation.

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Transitioning to Unfamiliar Airframes

Northstar VFR

By Gustin Robinson, CFI-I As a pilot you will, more likely than not, fly other aircraft besides the flight school’s rental Cessna 172. If a qualified instructor is not available, try to find a local pilot who is highly experienced in the airframe. V Speeds d. Or maybe a friend needs your help to get IFR current.

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