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Old 03-10-2015, 03:12 PM   #4 (permalink)
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This has been discussed before in other threads. As pointed out, lower density air will increase engine efficiency by reducing throttling losses, and it will improve aerodynamic losses. Warm air has a similar effect as reducing density.

Another factor that will increase FE is humidity, with higher humidity further reducing density and aerodynamic drag.
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