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Best Angle of Climb Speed (VX)

Also: VX, Vx

The speed that produces the most altitude gained per unit of horizontal distance, used to clear an obstacle on a short-field takeoff.

“The airspeed at which an airplane gains the greatest amount of altitude in a given distance.”
FAA-H-8083-25C · Glossary, VX

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Related terms

Best Rate of Climb Speed (VY)Best Single-Engine Rate of Climb Speed (VYSE)

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