Hello everybody, I just had a quick question about takeoff speeds in different aircraft. Usually I fly a Boeing 787-8 and have gotten used to the takeoff and landing speeds. I was wondering if there is a way to calculate takeoff speeds in different aircraft? I have been trying to get used to the A321 but everytime I try to rotate, I seem to start tilting towards the left or right?
Tilting towards the left or right is due to a cross wind. Your plane’s nose will always face into the wind, so before rotation you need to steer your rudder just enough to keep you straight.
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Adding on to Diamond, here’s a handy spreadsheet made by @epaga regarding rotation speeds at different weights. Keep in mind that not all aircraft are included at the moment.
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Really nearly all I did was create a more or less empty spreadsheet and the community has been filling it in! If anyone feels like adding to it, just shoot me a PM and I’ll add you to the editor list.
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