Method of checking speed claims described which uses Everling high speed figure as base but also takes into account effect of high wing loading and changes in air density at various altitudes; with motor power, wing area, and general characteristics of plane known, top speed can be estimated from chart and tables presented.
Yardstick for top speeds
Aeroplane
Aeroplane ; 60 , n 1553
1941
2 pages
Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)
Englisch
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