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Re: Max bomb loads to distances for BC 4 engine bombers
Just a question on the range (miles) figures quoted.
Naturally they have to be halved for determining radius of action. But what is the fudge factor (which will limit even further the distance that can safely travelled) in-built?
For example for fighters several figures are often shown for range. One is max range ie at best cruise speed with drop tanks, second is normal range ie clean at cruise speed, and then there is operational range ie full war load with 15% fuel retained for emergencies eg combat. Naturally operational range is the smallest radius quoted.
Are the figures above the same as a fighters 'operational' range?
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