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Old 27 February 2004, 11:26 AM   #31 (permalink)
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When comparing performance characteristics of the SE5 and Dr.I, it is important to keep in mind that the Goettingen 298 airfoil of the Dr.I gave it much superior L/D values at high angles of attack, and thus a considerably steeper viable climb angle than the SE5.


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