What is the indicated speed for Flaps 8?

• A. 210 Knots
• B. 230 Knots
• C. 240 Knots
• D. 250 Knots

Answer: (B)

Flaps 8 has a defined maximum speed at which the airframe can safely handle that flap setting. This is the speed limit shown in the aircraft’s placard data, expressed as knots indicated. For this flap position, the limit is 230 knots indicated. That’s why 230 is the best choice: it represents the maximum allowable airspeed with the flaps in that configuration. You can fly slower than that (e.g., 210) if needed, but you must not exceed 230 with Flaps 8, because speeds higher than the limit risk flap damage or improper operation. The other numbers either fall below the limit or exceed it, so they don’t represent the safe maximum for this flap setting.