Performance
V-Speeds
Definition
Designated airspeeds important to the operation of an aircraft, typically shown as colored arcs on the airspeed indicator. They define operational limits and procedures for various flight phases.
Related Terms
VS0
The stall speed or minimum steady flight speed in landing configuration with ful...
VS1
The stall speed or minimum steady flight speed in a clean configuration with fla...
VNE
The never-exceed speed, indicated by a red line on the airspeed indicator. Excee...
VNO
Maximum structural cruising speed, the upper limit of the green arc on the airsp...
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