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AFH Chapter 16

Updated: Apr 25, 2022

CHAPTER TITLE: Transition to Jet-Powered Airplanes


Below is a list of the figures (diagrams, charts, and pictures) from the AFH Chapter 16. They are listed in the order they are found in the Airplane Flying Handbook.


AUDIO RECORDING


FIGURE 16-1

Basic turbojet engine.


FIGURE 16-2

Turbofan engine.


FIGURE 16-3

Variation of thrust with rpm.


FIGURE 16-4

Typical jet engine acceleration times.


FIGURE 16-5

Jet airspeed indicator.


FIGURE 16-6

Transonic flow patterns.


FIGURE 16-7

Thrust and power required curves (jet aircraft vs. propeller-driven aircraft).


FIGURE 16-8

Stall versus angle of attack—swept wing versus straight wing.


FIGURE 16-9

Unmodified swept wing stall characteristics.


FIGURE 16-10

Spoilers.


FIGURE 16-11

Thrust reversers.


FIGURE 16-12

Sample captain’s briefing.


FIGURE 16-13

Sample takeoff and departure profile.


FIGURE 16-14

Typical descent profile.


FIGURE 16-15

Effect of speed on descent path.


FIGURE 16-16

FAR landing field length required.


FIGURE 16-17

Typical approach and landing profile.


FIGURE 16-18

Stabilized approach.


FIGURE 16-19

Extended flare.


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