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Old 11-30-2005 | 04:38 PM
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Dr1Driver
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Default RE: Control surface trailing edges

I typically just square off the trailing edges. My ailerons are usually tapered because the leading edge is so thick to begin with. The T.E. ends up being about 1/8"-3/32" thick. Aerodynamaically, you get better, cleaner air separation using squared edges vs rounded. Clean separation helps eliminate flutter.

Dr.1