VREF(Vref)

Definition

Reference landing speed, typically 1.3 times VS0 for the landing weight and configuration. The target speed crossing the runway threshold to ensure adequate margin above stall.

Related Terms

VS0

The stall speed or minimum steady flight speed in landing configuration with ful...

Approach Speed

The indicated airspeed during the final approach segment. Typically Vref plus co...

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