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Why use a forward slip during an approach?

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  1. To climb without power
  2. To increase airspeed rapidly
  3. To lose altitude without gaining airspeed

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  1. FAA Airplane Flying Handbook, Chapter 9 www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/airplane_handbook/10_afh_ch9.pdf?pubDate=20260325 Checked 2026-10-09.

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