Definition
Reference landing speed means the speed of the airplane, in a specified landing configuration, at the point where it descends through the 50 foot height in the determination of the landing distance.
Source: 14 CFR § 1.1 (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).
Where This Term Is Used
- 14 CFR § 91.176 — § 91.176 Straight-in landing operations below DA/DH or MDA using an enhanced flight vision system (EFVS) under IFR.
- 14 CFR § 91.1705 — § 91.1705 Required pilot training.
- 14 CFR § 91.1415 — § 91.1415 CAMP: Mechanical reliability reports.
3 sections reference this term in their FAR Decoded content.