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What actually happens if a flight takes place in absolute ceiling level?

A:

The absolute ceiling is the greatest height at which aircraft can maintain level flight. At the absolute ceiling, the largest thrust the engines can provide is the same as the smallest thrust needed to keep the aircraft flying at the same height and speed. This means that an aircraft flying at the absolute ceiling can no longer fly faster or higher.

 

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