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Short S.17 Kent flying boat
Pilot's Notes 
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Before Takeoff
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Elevator trim ½ division up. 

Takeoff and initial climb
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Full throttle. Takeoff is easy at 65-75 mph (58-67 kts). 

When safely airborne reduce throttle to 90%. Let the 
aircraft accelerate to 82 mph (73 kts) and begin to 
climb. Expect an initial climb rate of 600-800 fpm,
depending on weight.

En route climb
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Engine RPM 1650-1700.

Cruise
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Recommended cruising speed is (only!) 96 mph true 
airspeed. Your main instrument here is the airspeed 
indicator. Cruising RPM is around 1600, but you must 
adjust the throttles from time to time to hold the 
correct airspeed. 

Airliners of 1931 did not fly very high, altitudes 
of 1000-3000 ft above sea level were the most common, 
although the S.17 Kent had supercharged engines and 
could fly higher if necessary. At 3500 feet, cruising 
speed will be about 90 mph (80 kts) IAS (indicated airspeed). 

Descent and landing
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You are on your own when landing - Flight Simulator 
does not include many "runways" for flying boats. Reduce 
altitude to 1000 ft, and find a suitable place for 
landing against the wind. Taxi to the shore to let 
the passengers out. (Press SHIFT +E to open the doors, 
CTRL+SHIFT+F1 to shut the engines down)