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Old 02-09-2006 | 06:03 PM
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dmccutchen
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Default RE: Wildhare Yak 54 Build Thread


ORIGINAL: discusmike
I like the stability of my wh edge540 and how it lands,not sure if the yak flies anything like the edge.
Having flown a bulk of the flights to date on the prototype Yaks (and a bunch on the Edge) I can safely say you will not be disappointed. The plane lands very slowly and once settled into the 'groove' on final descent the Yak holds a stable, wings level descent to touchdown. Nothing challenging, as will all the WH planes. Low rates on the prototypes were set up for smooth aerobatics. Max elevator deflection on low rates would not induce a accelerated stall. Landings are slow and in a 3-point flare the stick could be pulled back to the stops with no indication of wing drop or impending stall. Wheel landings are also a breeze with the long landing gear - no fear of a prop strike.

David McCutchen