Gliding

Question 1

Under which conditions do you need to glide?

Answer 1

Inoperable engine

Question 2

Identify the steps to glide

Answer 2

Flaps—cruise

Airspeed (1764lbs)—73 KIAS

Question 3

How do you adjust your glide speed with a headwind?

Answer 3

Increase the speed by half the headwind

Question 4

How do you adjust the glide speed if in a tailwind?

Answer 4

Decrease the speed by 1/4 of the tailwind