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October 11th, 2006, 10:02
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   |  Vx and Vy
We all know (or should know) that Vx increases with pressure altitude, and Vy decreases with altitude (and where they meet is the aircraft's absolute performance ceiling) - but the question is why?
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October 11th, 2006, 10:34
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|  Re: Vx and Vy
It was discussed in detail here http://forums.jetcareers.com/technical-talk/27113-vx-and-altitude.html
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October 11th, 2006, 10:55
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| Re: Vx and Vy
Thanks
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