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Second Bill's statement about using the TAS. I push that toggle at least once every five minutes to get TAS. Actually I set my outer airspeed dial on the airspeed indicator to the TAS on the RMI for each altitude. Don't ask me what my indicated airspeed is at cruise. I don't know it but I can tell you my TAS. Now as to pattern work, approach and landing speeds I can tell you the indicated air speed. Yes, The TAS is a great feature.

Bob Smiley

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From: Bill&Sue

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Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2004 7:59 PM

Subject: [LML] Re: More RMI accolades

I like my Micro encoder for all of the previously stated features. I probably use the True Airspeed function more than any other though. On a long flight, pulling the power back when you have a tailwind and pushing it up in a headwind helps increase efficiency. Comparing TAS to the GPS groundspeed gives you a quick and accurate wind component figure. Got to be the best buy in avionics.

Bill Harrelson

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