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AA.III.A.K2FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Knowledge

Appropriate V-speeds for takeoff and climb.

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Appropriate V-speeds for takeoff and climb.

Bottom line

Best rate of climb (VY)—produces the most altitude gained over a given amount of time. Best angle of climb (VX)—performed at an airspeed that produces the most altitude gain over a given horizontal distance.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 3 (p. 3-17) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-12) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. AFH ch. 2 (p. 2-22) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-12) — FAA-H-8083-23
  5. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-15) — FAA-H-8083-23
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