EAFerguson(at)AOL.COM
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 Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2008 11:47 am Post subject: Data protocol |
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With the new wing tips and a bunch of data being reported, I see potential, but avoidable confusion.
We now have two wings flying both as Light Sport and conventional. Further, while most are reporting data in MPH, some (including me) prefer/use Knots. Then there is always true vs indicated airspeed.
Here is what I suggest:
Identify the data type in the text, not just in the subject line. Reason: Some may copy data from the e-mail and the subject line with this data will be lost. You can still use the subject line for data type, but put it in the text too.
When reporting data, always include wind tip type. Also if LSA, please so indicate.
WRT MPH vs Knots I suggest adding a statement like "All speed data in MPH" or provide both; i.e. Speed in MPH followed by knots in parenthesis. Frankly I prefer the second option, but I know I'm in the minority in preferring Knots.
Indicated vs true airspeeds. Please indicate which. you are reporting.
I'm not claiming that this has been a problem, just trying to prevent confusion.
Earl Ferguson
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