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Old 01-10-2021, 06:52 AM
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What does the rudder flared trailing edge do on f3a. Models ?
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Old 01-10-2021, 07:03 AM
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You may get a few different opinions on this. Mine is that it tends to soften the response around center but the bigger effect is creating drag at the tail which helps tracking and downline breaking. My design does not use a flared trailing edge but I did keep the trailing edge 1/2" thick. Proved to be a great spot for my FAA number.

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