The general error of the interpretation of a speed advantage is the assumption that the slower plane has to match the faster plane at all costs. That assumption is totally unrealistic.
The general trend is in fact that the faster plane has the biggest advantage while flying straight, true against both better climbers in a sustained climb or better turners in a sustained turn. Entering a climb or turn that will be matched by the opponent, will in return reduce the speed advantage. That's how it works in combat.
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