Originally Posted by
patrnflyr
One thing that I've noticed that's very frustrating-- the CG's given by a lot of kit manufacturers are bogus or at least a starting point. It would be really nice to make a "sticky" with ACCURATE and confirmed CG points that we all could use for the various models. Not just opinions. Something that a consensus of pilots agree on. I know it would be difficult but if it could be done, very helpful. Something as simple as a single thread with lists of different kits with CG in inches or mm and the datum point. What do you think?
Doesn't do much good to have an uber accurate CG machine if the CG measurement is bogus... Just a thought to put out there. JJ
(and yes, I'd love to have your machine!)
Hey JJ,
I agree completely. The problem is, some pilots like a slightly 'different' feel. Some like more weight in the nose as it'll make the model more stable. Others might like the model to be more 'twitchy', with more weight towards the aft.
So this would probably lead to 1 aircraft being listed on here with about 10 different CofG positions.
So basically, it would leave you just as confused.
I must say though, I absolutely love this product. As always, Gaspar has smashed it out of the park.
Cheers,
Morten