DHC-2T TURBO BEAVER (Floats) REFERENCE INFORMATION
For standard procedures, see the Checklists tab.
Total aircraft weight with full fuel
5,370 lbs.
VA - Maneuvering Speed
120 MPH IAS
VFE - Maximum Flaps Extended Speed
108 MPH IAS
VNO - Maximum Structural Cruising Speed
145 MPH IAS
VNE - Never Exceed Speed
176 MPH IAS
VS - Stalling Speed Flaps Up
75 MPH IAS
VSO - Stalling Speed Flaps Landing
61 MPH IAS
VX - Best Angle-of-Climb Speed
83 MPH IAS
VY - Best Rate-of-Climb Speed
95 MPH IAS
Best Glide Speed
95 MPH IAS
Power setting to obtain the normal cruise speed of 125 mph IAS is 28 psi torque.
Although float planes are not equipped with brakes they are required in the simulator to bring the plane to a stop within a realistic distance.
NOTE: For explanations of speeds used on this tab, see "V-speeds" in the Glossary section of Help.