Mythbusting | Do Heavier Aircraft Dive Better Than Lighter Aircraft?

Опубликовано: 17 Август 2026
на канале: AdamTheEnginerd
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In this video we shed light on the popular myth that heavy aircraft dive better than light aircraft, which is a frequent complaint said by US players who get caught in their dive by light Japanese aircraft. Will this myth be busted?

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