After the crash
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From: Aberdeenshire, UNITED KINGDOM
On a seperate thread, I discussed how my Cub crashed on its second flight.
As stated I bought it used, in flying condition, therefor I didn't check out everything.
Now, as I'm rebuilding it, I've measured the distance from wingtip to rudder, and found that I have 3/8" difference over this lenght. Bearing in mind that the lenght is approx 30", will this make much difference to its flying performance.
THanks for any replies.......
As stated I bought it used, in flying condition, therefor I didn't check out everything.
Now, as I'm rebuilding it, I've measured the distance from wingtip to rudder, and found that I have 3/8" difference over this lenght. Bearing in mind that the lenght is approx 30", will this make much difference to its flying performance.
THanks for any replies.......
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If the wing tip to rudder measurement is off it's going to cause a "yaw" effect on the airplane. Especially if you have dihedral. 3/8 of an inch is most likely not going to cause a noticable problem, but keep in mind that's what going on when your wing is not "square". If you have dihedral then any yaw will lead to a roll. So be careful to adjust the right control surface when trimming out the aircraft.
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Terrell Flyer is right. Go flying before your thumbs forget how. After you trim that sucker, you won't be able to tell the difference. I wish all my planes were only off 1/8"
Dennis (Red Bluff,ca)
Real airplanes have 2 wings and round motors..............
Dennis (Red Bluff,ca)
Real airplanes have 2 wings and round motors..............




