spl440 said

We went around twice (~720 degrees) before we hit the ground.

We talk about 5,500 to 7,000 RPM, 2 RPM almost got you![/QUOTE

Hell yes, this aircraft was 99.5 feet long and if you are out at the end of that circle you are building speed quickly! In addition to the impact vertically, the body also is travelling horizontally.

Not comparing it to piston speed or engine RPM.

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