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Total energy error

An energy error where the total amount of mechanical energy is not correct. The airplane has too much or too little total energy relative to the intended altitude-speed profile. When this error occurs, the pilot will ob…

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Total energy error

Definition

  • An energy error where the total amount of mechanical energy is not correct. The airplane has too much or too little total energy relative to the intended altitude-speed profile. When this error occurs, the pilot will observe that altitude and airspee

References

  • Airplane Flying Handbook · Federal Aviation Administration · 2021