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Old 11-15-2005 | 05:33 PM
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bruce88123
 
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Default RE: Flaperons......huh?

First off, you can't deploy flaps at cruise speed. Must reduce to the top of the white arc on airspeed indicator which, if I recall correctly, is @100 kts. At that point you can begin to set flaps and the nose will attempt to pitch up. Approx one roll down on the trim wheel neutralizes it. Flaps are hydraulic so there is time to adjust trim as flaps deploy. Pattern speed with 10 degrees selected is usually flown @ 72 kts. Base leg with 20 degrees @ 64 kts. Final is up to 37.5 degrees selected (gives the 80 degrees in the actual flap) @ 59 kts. Touch down speed can be so slow that no indications are on the airspeed indicator. Landing roll-out in calm wind is under 50 feet with full reverse used and light braking. Speeds will vary under adverse weather conditions.
Unfortunately I haven't flown one for almost 20 years now, but used to daily. Fun plane.
If you ever have a chance to go for a ride in one - do i