Craig wrote: > I have an older s/n 415-C with metal wings that has just had rudder > pedals installed and the LSA GW increase STC. Although still within > proper CG limits, I have noted that the CG with pilot/pass/proper fuel > is well forward. Is this typical?
Humm, can't say whether it's typical or not. Do, also, calculate the CG with the wing fuel tanks burned dry since they are in front of the center of lift. As long as you are within the CG range, you're OK. Being more rearward is better for cruise efficiency and slower landing touchdowns. Ed Burkhead http://edburkhead.com/Ercoupe/index.htm East Peoria, Illinois ed -at- edbur???khead.??com (remove the ? marks and change -at- to @)
