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Old 08-27-2003 | 03:42 PM
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Default Re: Aileron configuration to prevent tip stall

Originally posted by wolff2000
I just built a Dumas Bear Cat... 30" w/s. Anyway my question is: What aileron configuration would best help prevent tip stalls. (Yes I already added wash out.) I would like to know--From all you aerodynamistss out there if the ailerons should be slightly raised, slightly lowered or perfectly faired.
All comments are welcome!
Thanks in advance.
Sincerely... J
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As you already have the washout, don't do anything.
Tip stalls come from a couple of sources:
Too much elevator.
Aft c.g.
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Don't yank the plane off the ground on takeoffs if it's underpowered.
Keeping the airspeed up prevents tip stalls when landing.
If these conditions are considered and fixed as appropriate, tip stalls are highly over rated as problems.
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ps. Drooping the ailerons -removes- the benefit of washout!