What shall be the effects of changes in ambient temperature on the performance of the aircraft if all other parameters remain unchanged

  1. The temperature drop will increase the distance required for takeoff
  2. Changes in ambient temperature do not change the distance required for takeoff
  3. The increase in temperature would reduce the distance required for takeoff
  4. The temperature drop will reduce the distance required for takeoffCorrect answer

Explanation

A drop in ambient temperature results in higher air density.

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