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Best Rate of Climb Speed (VY)

Also: VY, Vy

The speed that produces the most altitude gained per unit of time, used for a normal climb to cruise altitude.

“This airspeed provides the most altitude gain in a given period of time.”
FAA-H-8083-25C · Glossary, VY

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Related terms

Best Angle of Climb Speed (VX)Best Single-Engine Rate of Climb Speed (VYSE)

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