Approach Speed

Definition

The indicated airspeed during the final approach segment. Typically Vref plus corrections for wind, gusts, and ice. Approach speed must provide adequate stall margin while enabling proper landing flare.

Related Terms

VREF(Vref)

Reference landing speed, typically 1.3 times VS0 for the landing weight and conf...

VS0

The stall speed or minimum steady flight speed in landing configuration with ful...

Stabilized Approach

An approach where the aircraft is in the proper landing configuration, on the co...

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