I saw that too. I think MiG had better acceleration at lower speeds, so diving helps gain immediate seperation *now* no matter the final end time speed. When not near aerodynamic limited top speed, diving helps for a short time no matter the airplane, and its escaping in that short time that's core. Does that sound like Correct Thinking?
Very interesting the note about shallow dive required to gain highest speed, while steep dive brings the aircraft into dense air before top speed can be reached...if I read that right!!
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