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How does a headwind affect an airplane's ground distance in a power-off glide?

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  1. It increases ground distance
  2. It reduces ground distance
  3. It has no effect on distance

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  1. Airplane Flying Handbook Chapter 3 www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/airplane_handbook/04_afh_ch3.pdf Checked 2026-10-09.

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