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Old 01-09-2012 | 06:19 AM
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Handiman
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Default Slow vs Fast flying Planes



So it has has been a couple of months since flying. 6-8 months. I went out yesterday with a BNF Spitfire from PZ just so I didn't have to spend too much time getting the plane setup to fly properly. And it worked, I was able to fly 3 batteries in 1 hr in 47 degree weather. Not much wind so 1 hr it was getting cold. Good thing was no crashes.
But this plane coast at zero throttle a liitle faster than I perfered yesterday. I will try moving the CG back a little as it was a little nose heavy BUT if I was looking at my next plane and wanted a plane that can fly a little slower what do I look for when buying?
Do I look at the wing loading? I am guessing that a lighter load on the wing would allow it to fly slower.
I was good with how the plane was flying but I want to stay in a smaller area. And for my comfoate level I need the plane to coast slower if that makes any sence.
It is hard to find a school yard to fly in and there isn't a flying field close to me. I normally try to keep my planes under a 48" wing span. Closer to 36" I like better.
Thanks in advance for your advice.
Handi</p>