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Old 12-10-2004 | 07:35 PM
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Default Knife edge and the H9 Aresti

From reading some of the posts here it is my understanding that the H9 Aresti isn't that great in knife edge flight and that the rudder in general is a bit weak. I am about to start construction on mine and would appreciate advice on enlarging the rudder.
About how much should it be enlarged ? Also, is there much coupling in knife edge with the rudder and if so in what respect ? Would it be best to change the shape of the rudder a bit when enlarging it, ie., by increasing the cord at the bottom or top of the rudder ?
I am also considering taking out a bit of the dihedral. Opinions ?

Thanks,
Dave