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Old 07-21-2009, 10:41 AM
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Default RE: balancing a full flying stab

ORIGINAL: HarryC

Add weight in the root. Balance it at the pivot, not in front.
I didn't see anybody mention the need to determine MAC (mean aerodynamic chord) yet. I've found the "sweet spot" for the pivot (and therefore balance) point is around 27% relative to the MAC.
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