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Old 06-23-2015, 09:01 AM
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Greg G
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One other tip is to make sure you have enough elevator authority to keep the nose high at just above stall speed at touch down. I use HIGH Elevator Rate for landing only.

Also, with the high angle of attack and full flaps there will be significant drag that will continue to decelerate you if you have insuficient power (thrust). In landing configuration I carry 15-25% power until very close to touch down. At a few inches off the deck keep pulling more up elevator until she can no longer fly. With proper balance and enough elevator authority you may be able to keep the nose gear off the ground while rolling on the mains.

It's easy to fly from the keyboard! There is no substitute for practice.