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Old 02-20-2014, 01:24 PM
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Originally Posted by fizzwater2
we fly Q500 off grass all the time at our field, with "normal" 2.25" racing wheels. We do keep the runway grass pretty short, though.

Full power takeoffs with someone holding the plane usually result in the wheels not really being on the ground for all that long..
Thanks! That is useful info. I am getting close to doing the maiden, just need props. I got a handful from Phil's Hobbies on the way.

What else can I expect from the Viper? Does it like to land hot, needing lots of runway, or can I float it in with a nice flair?

Once it touches down, what can I expect for rudder response?

Any other tips come to mind? I am a bit antsy for the upcoming first flight!