Flyeboy

I am going to use a portion of the aileron to make a flap on my P51 . It has a wing span of 57" or there abouts. I would like to know how much of the aileron to use for a flap??? It is a GP model and has a 46 OS in it. Bob.

mscic-RCU

My Feedback: (6)

I have a GP 51 and you don't really need flaps with that model. Mine takes off pretty quick and lands gently. Might be a mistake to add flaps to this one.

Ed_Moorman

My Feedback: (1)

If you want to add flaps, cutting off the inboard part of the ailerons, use 6 inches.

Flaps on a model are usually very responsive. If you put these down for take off and use full power, expect to hold a lot of down to keep from looping.

You won't really need them, but they are fun to play with for short, steep landing approaches.

Flyeboy

Thanks Ed; This is what I want to do. I have had this tang for 3 years and I have a F4U 60 with flaps and I need some practice with flaps . I havent flown this F4U yet and I just need to play with some flaps. Bob

Billy Hell

My Feedback: (2)

If you have dual aileron servos and a computer radio why don't you program some flaps into your ailerons. No cutting and works great.

TerrellFlyer

I'm with Billy Hell.