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FLAPS 1: The Airbus A320 flap system consists of four primary flap settings: Flap 1, Flap 2, Flap 3, and Full Flap. Additionally, the aircraft features slats at the leading edge of the wings, which work in conjunction with the flaps to enhance lift, especially during takeoff and landing. 1. Flap 1: Extends slats to 18°, but flaps remain at 0°. In Flap 1 F configuration, the flaps extend to 10°. 2. Flap 2: Both slats and flaps extend further, with slats at 22° and flaps at 15°. 3. Flap 3: In this

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