Aviation abbreviation
Takeoff safety speed
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Meaning of Takeoff safety speed
The takeoff safety speed used for the initial climb under specified performance conditions.
More about Takeoff safety speed
V2 is calculated for the aircraft's takeoff configuration and mass and is associated with the required climb performance.
It is distinct from V1 and VR. The crew uses the aircraft's defined speed schedule rather than treating one takeoff speed as a substitute for all the others.