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Old 07-05-2003 | 08:53 AM
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KJohn
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Default what airfoil to use to prevent tip stall

I see what the others are stating. You say that the wings you are cutting fly great but you want to try to improve them. Are you noticing anything specific you would like to focus on fixing? For example, are the current wings handling well in the various flying characteristics except they are a too slow on the straight legs?

I just looked into SSC and understand it now but I do not know the shortfalls of present designs for that class. It would seem to me that you would need a tactical advantage of some kind. Generally these are speed and maneuverability. So maybe you are looking for a faster roll and tighter circles (with less stall than the next fellow). The engine appears to be 'limited' in rpm and bore size so tactics would be of interest and that would place demands on the wing for stable yet tight turns and fast roll rates. Guess you also need some luck