Pilot Institute

APRIL 23, 2025

Key Takeaways VLO is the max speed to extend or retract landing gear. VLE is the max speed to fly with gear extended. VLE is usually higher than VLO because moving gear at high speeds adds stress. You can check your POH or AFM for exact V-speeds. What Is the Difference Between VLE and VLO?

Final Approach 52

Final Approach Descent V Speed Pilot 52

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 6, 2024

If we in general aviation don’t make the non-aviator feel welcome, we may find our airport paved over for a strip mall someday. Even longtime aviators sometimes call the FAA “the FFA” when they get their mouth in front of their brains. Feel free to park and watch the planes come and go, and walk around all you like.

Aeronautical Information Manual 52

Aeronautical Information Manual Pilot Airplanes V Speed 52

Pilot Institute

JANUARY 15, 2025

Ask a pilot how many V-speeds exist, and youll get an answer anywhere between Whats a V-speed? In this article, well explain everything you need to know about V-speeds. Key Takeaways V-speeds provide safe aircraft operation. What Are V-Speeds? best rate of climb speed VY).

V Speed 98

V Speed Runway Pilot Knot 98