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Old 02-05-2002 | 05:26 AM
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Jazzy
 
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Default Power Loading/Wing Loading Equations

Yes, I do know the wing loading at the weight I flew it at.
4.82sq. ft. @146oz. = 30.3 oz./sq. ft. (not including fuel)

There is a range where wing loading and power loading balance and performance is optimum. It is this range for which I search.

I'm kinda new to 3D so getting in the ballpark or even in the infield would be great. I'm thinking somewhere round 27 oz./sq. ft. would be great but; how much engine can I sacrifice and still have good performance? This is where comparison data and the power loading equations come into play.

If anyone would throw in their wing loading ,engine output #s, and performance characteristics I'd appreciate that too!


Jazzy