ORIGINAL: tiggerinva
ORIGINAL: mglavin
I think for the most part 3D guys don't use flaperons/spoilerons and such (maybe I should qualify my assertion Giant Scale 3D guys don't use this function much if at all). In any event its pilot and model dependent.
mglavin,
In case you haven't seen my posts, then FYI I'm on your side of the fence.
However, I think the statement above is false. If you look at post 54 you'll see that I've included a quote from Mike McConville on Flying the FuntanaS 3D .40. He uses what he calls coupled spoilerons and snap spoilerons.
I do agree though, that the mixes used will be model dependent. For example, on models that have two elevator servos, I've heard that the elevators can be used to work in conjunction with the ailerons to increase the roll rate. Would this be "coupled elevons"? I've not heard that term used, so maybe I should copyright it
So, my point of view is that many 3D/aerobatic guys might use all sorts of coupled mixes to facilitate certain maneuvers, but they are either too lazy to assign a proper name to the mix or want to keep their 'magic' radio programming a secret thus reverting to the ambiguous (incorrect) term flaperons....
tigger
If you'll note I qualified my statement in that I said for the most part
Giant Scale 3D guys don't use these mixes... I don't personally know any that do. You just don't need them, IMO and there illegal in competition. Now fun fly 3D guys love this stuff. BUT they need all the help they can get <VBG>.
Many do use corrective mixes to facilitate their models inept flight attitude! Pitch coupling in knofe edge is very common.
My thinking on all these secondary mixes is antiquated. I suggest you learn to fly through the problem areas with pilot induced correction. Believe me you'll be a much better pilot when its all said and done. Once you've mastered mixing in your own corrections via mind over model, go for the computer mixes they certainly make things easier, especially when you have other things to contemplate like the "Zoneless Box".