How do I set up flaperons?
04-26-2002, 08:49 AM
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How do I set up flaperons?
Hi everyone. I've only been in this hobby for a year. I'm attempting to set up my swept wing pattern ship with flaperons. I'd like some feedback on what the resting position of the ailerons should be with no flap selected. i.e. should they be flush with the trailing edge of the wing, or maybe deflected up a little into the wing's low pressure airflow? Is there a number of degrees of flap extension beyond which the ailerons won't work effectively? Then again, maybe there are readers who would favor a spoiler, rather than a flap configuration. Comments would be appreciated. Thankyou. ..... Ken
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How do I set up flaperons?
Thanks, Ollie. The field from which I fly is surrounded by trees requiring a fairly steep approach. Also, the useable field length after considering obstructions is fairly short. The reason for flaps is as an alternative to sideslipping to increase the approach gradient. .. Ken
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How do I set up flaperons?
Thanks Ollie. I've had my eye on the Ultra Sticks for that reason. Unfortunately, my pattern ship doesn't have flaps - hence, the flapperons. ... Ken
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Re: Flaperons
Originally posted by baronvonoz
Just want to add my 2 bits worth.
If you use "Flaperons" (Which most Pattern pilots do!!!) You want them to have Positive reflex ie: "Up". Where talking a starting point here of say 15% positive reflex.. Try it, look at the other Pattern fliers set up, ask the questions.
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Just want to add my 2 bits worth.
If you use "Flaperons" (Which most Pattern pilots do!!!) You want them to have Positive reflex ie: "Up". Where talking a starting point here of say 15% positive reflex.. Try it, look at the other Pattern fliers set up, ask the questions.
BVO
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How do I set up flaperons?
Hi Baronvonoz. Thanks for your reply - always open to new ideas and suggestions. You may have missed my second post of the string, which mentioned that my field is surrounded by tall trees, necessitating a steep approach, which is exactly what I'm looking for. Cheers!! Ken
