Minimum drag speed (L/DMAX)
Definition
- The point on the total drag curve where the lift-to-drag ratio is the greatest. At this speed, total drag is minimized.
References
- Airplane Flying Handbook · Federal Aviation Administration · 2021
Minimum drag speed (L/DMAX)
The point on the total drag curve where the lift-to-drag ratio is the greatest. At this speed, total drag is minimized.