Aircraft take off speed
GuidesHow Fast Do Airplanes Take Off?
Key factors that affect airplane takeoff speed (sometimes referred to as its rotation speed) include: direction of airflow, the airplane’s shape (especially its wings), the airplane’s size, and its weight.
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