Thread: Flaps 45 vs. 22
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Old 08-15-2017, 04:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Flyjustin View Post
Exactly. I use FL45 until wind gusts over 20 knots. Then I usually use 22. Always FL45 on 35/17.
Ok I am glad we are having this discussion because it isn't happening on SOE with some it appears, me included. As much as I'm getting comfortable with using eiither, I am seeing new hires who are very hesitant to go with 45, even when they should. Some very afraid of even a squeak above 145 knots with it, making large power changes to avoid, de-stabilizing, etc...even though momentary up to 155 is permitted and I believe EV even permits up to 160 knots momentary. If we want a shift then we need to get the facts out there clearly and of course keep utlizing the skill.
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