Flying Magazine

JULY 3, 2025

Archer Aviation’s Midnight and Joby Aviation’s S4, for example, are designed for short-hop flights cruising at less than 175 knots. The TriFan 600, by contrast, is expected to exceed 850 nm and 260 knots. It bills the model as an “xVTOL” to denote its “eXtended” range and speed compared to fully electric VTOL (eVTOL) air taxis.

Lift

One Mile at a Time

MARCH 20, 2025

At the time of the accident, winds were at an angle of 270 degrees (the runway was at an angle of 230 degrees), at 28 knots, gusting to 35 knots. degrees Less than one second before touchdown, the plane had an indicated airspeed of 134 knots, a ground speed of 111 knots, a bank angle of 7.1

Descent

Pilot Institute

JULY 11, 2025

Since it’s a ratio, it doesn’t matter if you measure speed in knots, miles per hour, or meters per second. At sea level on a standard day (15 °C or 59 °F), sound travels about 661 knots (approximately 761 mph or 1,225 km/h). When you reach around 36,000 feet (11,000 m) near the tropopause, the temperature stabilizes at around -56.5 °C.

True Airspeed

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

Maximum Speed The maximum speed of a Cessna 172 is approximately 140 knots, or about 160 miles per hour. Cruise Speed In terms of cruise speed, a typical Cessna 172 flies at around 120 knots (approximately 138 miles per hour). The Cessna 172 Skyhawk has a maximum speed of around 140 knots (161 mph).

Knot

Air Facts

MAY 14, 2025

At pattern altitude, I leveled off, and our airspeed stabilized at 300 KIAS. During each turn, we lost about 1015 knots, but once wings-level again, the jet quickly accelerated back to 300. For every 100 pounds above 1,000, add one knot to each airspeed. Gusty winds?

AGL

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

It’s typically measured in knots (nautical miles per hour), with one knot being about 1.15 As an aircraft accelerates, especially at or above 200 knots, the air particles flowing around it become tightly packed. Although they each provide specific information, using them together will give you a better picture of your stability.

True Airspeed

Flying Magazine

JUNE 18, 2025

Published time to climb to 20,000 feet is 18 minutes, and cruise speeds are advertised to be 205 knots at 15,000 feet. Most A36 owners we talk with plan on 165 knots and 1,000 fpm climbs when lightly loaded. But that’s a good thing and translates directly to rock-solid stability—desirable in an IFR platform.

Gross Weight

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

In order to be flown by a sport pilot, the resulting airplane must still meet the current regulations—1,320 pounds maximum gross weight, 120 knots max cruise speed, for example—but how it gets there is up to the builder. Airplanes in the LSA category have some performance limitations, so the RV-12 gets right to the 120-knot max cruise figure.

Airplanes

Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 18, 2025

For example, if the wind is blowing directly from the side at 15 knots, the entire 15 knots acts as a crosswind. Smaller planes may feel more affected, while larger aircraft have better stability. Refer to the aircraft’s POH demonstrated crosswind limit—often 12–15 knots for a Cessna 172.

Crosswind

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

What Is Aircraft Stability? Stability is the aircrafts tendency to maintain its attitude or orientation. This means that they have to be effective enough to counter the aircrafts inherent lateral stability. Lateral stability depends on the aircrafts design. What Materials Are Used in Ailerons?

Aileron

Air Facts

MAY 5, 2025

The general prognosis indicated no icing in the clouds, no turbulence and a quartering headwind from the west resulting in a mere five knots of headwind component. Instead of a gentle breeze out of the west, we had over 20 knots of headwind blowing out of the south. Obviously, the winds aloft were nowhere near forecast.

VOR

Flying Magazine

JULY 18, 2025

It has smart power management cues for securing a failed engine with the OEI ESP (one engine inoperative electronic stability and protection) feature. There’s also automatic low airspeed protection when below VMCA, plus 15 knots indicated.

Flight Deck

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

Approach speeds typically range from 80 to 90 knots depending on weight and flap settings, while full flaps are often used to provide the necessary lift during landing. Full flaps provide maximum lift and stability, allowing the aircraft to fly slower without stalling. This is a critical step when learning how to land a Piper Seminole.

Descent

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Horizontal wind speeds near the surface can be as fast as 45 knots, resulting in a 90-knot wind shear from headwind to tailwind across the microburst. At first, you might experience a strong headwind, which briefly increases your airspeed and gives you a false sense of stability. Within seconds, everything changes.

Wind Shear

Flying Magazine

JUNE 20, 2025

The aircraft was at an altitude of 8,000 ft msl and 270 knots ground speed at that time. ADS-B data showed the airplane subsequently turned abeam NESTY at about 3,750 ft msl and a ground speed of 200 knots. The aircraft’s ground speed was approximately 120 knots. The pilot answered, “I think we’ll be alright.”

Knot

Aerotime

MARCH 20, 2025

Indications show that its speed dropped from around 160 knots to 110 knots. About 15 seconds later, the airspeed reached about 110 knots; however, it increased to about 120 knots about 2 minutes later. The airplanes airspeed was around 112 knots but was observed to be falling.

Knot

Vintage Aviation News

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

I rolled in from 8,000 ft, and after stabilizing my dive, which was released at 6,000 ft, I launched the missile and steered it onto the spot marked by the Ravens WP. We passed about a mile out to sea before letting down, turned inbound, and accelerated to about 500 knots in line abreast.

Pilot

Vintage Aviation News

APRIL 25, 2025

The aircraft had to land into a 15-knot crosswind, and the plane landed at a speed of 115 mph, well below the standard landing speed of between 150-175 mph. (Historic Chicago) On September 28, 1992, the Boeing 727 took off from Chicagos OHare International Airport on the short flight to Meigs.

Cockpit

Plane and Pilot

MARCH 7, 2025

Noting that the application of fertilizer and other chemicals often corroded a conventional tail, Pellarini simply attached two tail booms that each carried its own horizontal stabilizer and elevator. This whole assemblage of shapes, surfaces, and protuberances cruises at a little less than 100 knots.

Tail

Fear of Landing

MAY 9, 2025

During the take-off roll, the first officer noticed that although the Challenger 300 was accelerating normally, the right-side primary flight control had stopped showing acceleration above 40 knots. The captain slowed the aircraft from 104 knots and exited the runway onto a taxiway. He called out that he had no airspeed.

Turbulence

AV Web

JULY 1, 2025

The max stall speed is 45 knots and the max full-power cruising speed is 120 KCAS. Plus, despite the company’s turmoil of late, it’s a recognizable and respected Van’s product, with an efficient all-metal stabilator-equipped airframe that has removable wings for trailering and easier storage. GPH on 92 knots.

Gross Weight

Vintage Aviation News

JULY 8, 2025

Screenshot from Piercarlo Chiacchi’s YouTube Channel From engine checks to stabilizer configuration and final takeoff clearance, the video captures radio communications with ground control, including coordination with Miami Center. Climb out with the Kennedy Space Center in the background. and Mach 2, depending on airspace availability.

Payload

Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Suppose the switch is set to taxi, and the aircraft is flying above 40 knots. Logo Lights Logo lights are lights mounted on the horizontal stabilizer of an aircraft and point upward toward the vertical stabilizer, illuminating the airlines logo. On older aircraft, they are sometimes located on the wingtips, pointing backward.

Airplanes

Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 18, 2025

With a cruise speed of around 162 knots and a range near 700 nautical miles, the Seminole provides performance without overwhelming complexity. The Cessna 172 is a high-wing aircraft known for its exceptional visibility, stability, and gentle stall characteristics.

Cockpit

AOPA

JULY 21, 2025

The aircraft has a useful load of just over 900 pounds, and a stall speed below 45 knots. The RV–15 will cruise at 140 knots and needs less than 400 feet for takeoff and landing. The horizontal tail has morphed into a traditional fixed horizontal stabilizer and elevator with an electrically actuated trim tab.

Tail

Flying Magazine

JUNE 26, 2025

Winglets and vortex generators are also installed to enhance handling and stability. With seats for six, the Baron cruises comfortably at 190 knots while burning 22 gph. Landing gear has been fully serviced with new O-rings and hardware. LED lighting is installed throughout, including beacon, nav, landing, and taxi lights.

Transponder

Flying Magazine

MAY 12, 2025

A support mechanism, such as a tacky brace, can help stabilize the setup, avoiding detachment due to cold conditions at higher altitudes. These mounts can be conveniently attached to windows, offering flexibility in positioning. However, its essential to secure the mount against vibrations and temperature changes.

Weather

Pilot Institute

MAY 26, 2025

First of all, the sudden and quick movements can affect crew performance and the stability of your aircraft. ” This usually means the wind change is stronger than what the aircraft is built to handle safely, like sudden airspeed changes of more than 15 knots or vertical speed shifts over 500 feet per minute. Sound familiar?

Turbulence

Flying Magazine

JUNE 2, 2025

Almost eight times as much fuel is needed to propel an airplane at 400 knots as at 200. Boom aims to alleviate it (assuming the blanket supersonic ban will be rescinded or revised) by flying overland legs boomless at 700 knots and accelerating to 980 knots over oceans.

Drag

Plane and Pilot

JUNE 19, 2025

The vertical stabilizer featured a distinctive vertical leading edge and forward-swept trailing edge, again similar to the Mooney. The Lark cruised at nearly 115 knots, climbed at 700-750 fpm, stalled at less than 50 knots, and boasted a service ceiling of 13,000 feet.

Knot

Plane and Pilot

MAY 2, 2025

New pilots enjoy the forgiving nature of the thick wing, and experienced pilots appreciate the overall stability, particularly for instrument flying. Similarly, when it comes to flight characteristics, the Piper PA-28 ranks near the top. This example is perhaps the single greatest combination of airframe and engine.

Transponder

Flight Training Central

MAY 11, 2025

Also check on the schools financial stability and refund policy in the event you must withdraw for whatever reason and always be cautious of paying large sums of money up front. maximum weight and 120 knots maximum speed (a Cessna Skycatcher, for example). Since most people take longer, you could end up spending considerably more.

Pilot

AV Web

APRIL 15, 2025

After takeoff, the airplane impacted the ground about 600 yards from the end of the runway… Although estimated takeoff weight was below maximum, the airplane was loaded with an aft CG (hint), which would have reduced the longitudinal stability during the climb out. Other than that, what?

Pilot

Flying Magazine

JULY 16, 2025

Tack on an extra 20 knots to an approach speed for an aircraft that should be flown at 70 knots and the landing distance is doubled. Adobe Stock] Get Back to Basics As instrument pilots, the importance of the stabilized approach was hammered into our heads during training. Let’s play with some numbers. Remember the physics too.

Approach

Aerotime

AUGUST 27, 2024

This included testing the retraction and extension of the landing gear, as well as assessing a digital stability augmentation system known as a roll damper to enhance in-flight stability. Additionally, tufting, a technique used to visualize airflow, was applied to the right wing to ensure aerodynamic performance.

Stability

Aerotime

MARCH 21, 2025

TSB Approach sequence Due to reported wind gusts as the CRJ900 approached Toronto Pearson following a flight from MinneapolisSaint Paul International Airport (MSP) the aircraft was flown at 149 knots. seconds before touchdown the aircrafts indicated airspeed was 136 knots, and its ground speed was 111 knots.

Indicated Airspeed

Aerotime

MAY 16, 2025

It features a forward-swept main wing, plus a smaller set of horizontal canard-style stabilizers mounted on the forward fuselage. The aircraft also has twin-boom vertical stabilizers to the rear and a monocoque cabin that can accommodate up to six passengers, plus the operating pilot.

Gross Weight