What happens when you overspeed flaps?

That’s what is known as overspeed: the airspeed has exceeded a safe limitation. In this case, the safe speed for the extended flaps was exceeded, which can cause damage to the flap system. In the case of a flap overspeed, a full inspection must be made of the flap system before the aircraft can fly again.

What is the maximum speed with the flaps extended?

VFE
VFE: maximum speed with the Slats/Flaps extended Definition VFE is the maximum speed with the slats or flaps extended. There is one VFE per configuration. The VFE is displayed on the airspeed scale of the PFD as the VMAX (fig.

What is the speed required for a plane to take off?

The speeds needed for takeoff are relative to the motion of the air (indicated airspeed). A headwind will reduce the ground speed needed for takeoff, as there is a greater flow of air over the wings. Typical takeoff air speeds for jetliners are in the range of 240–285 km/h (130–154 kn; 149–177 mph).

What is flap speed?

— Flap retract speed. The minimum speed required for flap retraction after takeoff.

How does flaps affect stall speed?

Flap increases lift and therefore the stalling speed is reduced. However, flap also changes the shape of the wing, and this results in a lower nose attitude at the stall.

Why do flaps increase lift?

Instead of simply folding down from the wing, slotted flaps allow a small opening between the flap and the rest of the wing. This creates additional lift, because it allows the high pressure beneath the wing to rush above the wing.

What is VX speed?

VX is the speed at which the airplane achieves the greatest gain in altitude for a given distance over the ground. It is usually slightly less than VY, which is the greatest gain in altitude per unit of time. The specific speeds to be used for a given airplane are stated in the FAA-approved AFM/POH.