Alpha tail wheel conversion
08-26-2004, 01:01 PM
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Alpha tail wheel conversion
I am converting my Alpha trainer from tri gear to conventional with a tail wheel. I don't think I can rig up a steerable tail wheel very easily, but will a free castoring tail wheel work half way well? Would a tail skid be better? thanks, Jim in OK.
08-26-2004, 03:23 PM
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RE: Alpha tail wheel conversion
A castoring tail wheel will work OK in still air & on smooth grass or a flat runway, if you have lots of maneuvering room. Otherwise, particularly in a crosswind, it will be be a pain in the tail. I suggest that you find a way to make it steer.
