Airspeed

For the British aircraft manufacturer, see Airspeed Ltd.

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British - Airspeed Ltd

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Airspeed refers to the speed of an aircraft in relation to the air; it is nearly always different from groundspeed, the speed of the aircraft in relation to the ground. The difference between airspeed and groundspeed is a function of the velocity and direction of the wind. Airspeed is important because it determines the aerodynamic characteristics of the aircraft.

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Aircraft - Groundspeed - Wind

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