ProFracPilot
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- May 1, 2003
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2600 NM is really pushing it, unless you have a good tailwind. I use .26 AOA for LRC. I've found that's the most effective speed to use, but that's not 450 kts., more like 410kts/.71 Mach give or take.
If you get into the CC Manual, you'll find that LRC is a moving Mach, starting out near M.80 and slowing as you get lighter. This is problematic when operating in non-radar (NAT-MNPS or CEPAC) as you are required to maintain a constant Mach in cruise. If you're transiting the U.S. in radar coverage, the .26 AOA for LRC can be a good reference - assuming it is calibrated properly
The (straight pipe - yeaahhh
You can stay up high late and come downhill at 360+ KIAS. You can accommodate most any ATC speed request, including maintaining a fairly high speed until on short final (ala the 727). Unlike the -IV which will float, the -II (without winglets) is draggy so it will bleed speed quickly and predictably in the flare.
I sure miss that 'ol girl. A wonderful airplane to fly.