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Old December 8th 16, 02:53 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default FES&electric system batteries

torstai 8. joulukuuta 2016 16.21.22 UTC+2 Tony kirjoitti:

What I've heard from Leo B-L is that the oldest highest use FES batteries are still charging to 99%. I'd love to hear more details on this 70% claim..


I'm a bit confused here. Are we talking about the voltage they charge to? You measure batter capacity by the amount of amperes you get. Obviously even older battery will have same voltage when charged full, but that does not say anything about capacity. If FES with 100% new battery gives you 60 minutes of level flight time (for example), 70% capacity battery would give you 42 minutes.