ORIGINAL: speedracerntrixie
Over in the gas engine forum they started a thread about engine myths. I thought it would be fun to do the same here about aerodynamic myths. I will kick it off with a couple.
1. A nose heavy airplane is more stable and easier to fly.
2. A heavy airplane flys better in the wind.
Add some or debate whats here.....................
If you really want to open a can of worms, here's one that's still in contention. It's settled in my mind, but I like to see the rabbits get chased, so here goes:
<span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0); ">Turning a model plane downwind is no different than turning upwind or crosswind, the plane does not know the difference.</span>
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