Flight Planningmedium#879
Step climbs in flight planning are used to:
A
maintain VFR altitudes
B
progressively climb to higher, more efficient altitudes as fuel burns off
CorrectC
avoid other traffic
D
reduce engine wear
Explanation
As fuel is consumed and weight decreases, step climbs allow the aircraft to cruise at progressively higher and more efficient altitudes.
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