Performance

Takeoff Distance

Definition

The horizontal distance required to accelerate from a standing start to liftoff and climb to 50 feet (or 35 feet for transport category). Affected by weight, temperature, pressure altitude, wind, and runway surface.

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V1

Takeoff decision speed. Below V1, the takeoff can be safely rejected. At or abov...

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