When trailing edge flaps are selected down whilst maintaining straight and level flight at constant IAS:

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ATPL - Airline Transport Pilot license - Principles of Flight - When trailing edge flaps are selected down whilst maintaining straight and level flight at constant IAS:

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ATPL: When trailing edge flaps are selected down whilst maintaining straight and level flight at constant IAS:

Question 186, Principles of Flight - ATPL - Airline Transport Pilot license

ATPL: When trailing edge flaps are selected down whilst maintaining straight and level flight at constant IAS:

Question 186, Principles of Flight - ATPL - Airline Transport Pilot license

Explanation: When trailing edge flaps are selected down whilst maintaining straight and level flight at constant IAS: