Cleaner=Faster?
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Cleaner=Faster?
More Eco-Responsible Cleaning for FedEx Aircraft
I tried googling the subject of the effect of a clean airframe surface on aerodynamic efficiency- I didn't come up with a lot of scientific information.
Anyone have a good source on the topic or personal experience?
I tried googling the subject of the effect of a clean airframe surface on aerodynamic efficiency- I didn't come up with a lot of scientific information.
Anyone have a good source on the topic or personal experience?
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I guess there is a reason why high performance glider planes are washed after every flight day and quite often can clean the leading edge from bugs during the flight as well.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHDiMGuCrDI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHDiMGuCrDI