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Old 10-26-2010 | 11:58 AM
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Default RE: ARF for a Super Tigre GS40

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One thing that concerned me was the tail flutter issue... is this a common problem, or is it from full power dive maneuvers.. this would stress any airframe.


Thanks!
This would be a good match for that engine.

Flutter is not a big issue if you are careful when putting together the plane and you are flying it as per it's design specs...


If you want to make it really move however, then pay attention to potential flutter...

One of the most important things needed to combat flutter is making sure that your horns are solid and the linkages are set up for maximum mechanical advantage.

Sealing the hinge line, though often touted as a fix for flutter, offers little benefit, as there are other far more effective things you can do.

One thing that I've taken to do is to epoxy in CF rods as elevator and rudder supports, much like older planes had flying wires.
This is almost trivial to do, only takes a few minutes, and makes the tail rock solid. It prevents harmonic vibrations in multiple orientations.

In the following image you can see CF rods installed under the elevator to provide added strength and combat flutter....