Which Climb Speed is the Safest in a Light Airplane?

We compare different climb speeds, or V-speeds, of light airplanes. Pilots and enthusiasts are very familiar with Vy, Vx and Vcc (cruise or en route climb), but what are the full implications of climbing at each of these speeds, especially with an engine failure after takeoff (EFATO)? Join me as we explore some often overlooked factors.

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Image attribution:
Vertical Speed Indicator-author Marek Cel (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...) no changes

Video attribution:
Southwest Airlines N7712G 737-700 Takeoff by PDX Aviation (   • Southwest Airlines N7712G 737-700 Tak...  ), License CC-BY
Carrier Air Wing 2 Conducts Night-Time Flight Operations Aboard USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) by U.S. Navy (   • Carrier Air Wing 2 Conducts Night-Tim...  ), License CC-BY

Chapters:
0:00 V-speeds, risk & EFATO
1:25 Vy - Best Rate of Climb
1:56 Energy Sources
3:29 Vx - Best Angle of Climb
6:29 Vcc - Cruise Climb / En route Climb
9:39 Ground Effect Assisted Climb/Acceleration