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Armstrong Whitworth AW.15 Atalanta
Pilot's Notes 
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Before Takeoff
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Elevator trim Ѕ division up. Rudder trim Ѕ division left. 
These trim settings are important, especially the rudder.

Takeoff and initial climb
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Full throttle (boost 5 psi). The tail lifts by 
itself at 56-60 mph (50-52 kts). Takeoff at 75-80 mph (67-71 kts). 

When safely airborne reduce boost to 4 psi. Let the 
aircraft accelerate to 95 mph (84 kts) and begin to climb, 
initially at 600-800 fpm (depending on weight)

En route climb
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Reduce boost to 3 psi. Keep speed at 95 mph (84 kts), 
climb rate will be 400-600 fpm.

Cruise
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Boost about 0 psi. Adjust until the speed is 
110-115 mph (97-102 kts).  

Airliners of 1932 did not fly very high, altitudes of 
1000-3000 ft above ground were the most common.  

Descent and landing
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The Atalanta does not have flaps for landing, so you 
should not reduce speed by much until you are close to the runway. 

Do not use Flight Simulator IFR flight plans - the Air traffic 
Control (ATC) will order you to follow an approach suitable 
for a modern aircraft. Approach the airport 1000 ft above ground, 
start your final descent 4-5 n.m. before the runway. When you 
are close to the runway, idle your engines and land.