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Old 08-03-2004 | 10:21 PM
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Rotaryphile
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Default RE: UFO rocks back and forth

This machine appears to have its CG close to its geometric center. To be stable in normal, translational flight, like a regular airplane, it needs to have its CG ahead of about 25% of the mean aerodynamic chord, unless you have active stabilization by gyros and very fast servos, and it also needs a vertical tail, unless it has active yaw stabilization spoilers as on the Stealth Bomber. Otherwise, just stick to hovering and very slow flight, and have fun.