On Sun, 23 Oct 2005 11:23:59 EDT [email protected] writes:
> Landing a tri gear at minimun speed is not an issue. Landing a low
>
> taildragger is a problem at minimum speed because the tail wheel
> will impact the
> runway before the mains and set up a miserable bounce.
When the tail is on the ground first, it will not bounce. you are
locked into landing.
Proven many times in Cubs Champs & Tcraft. As you slow, the angle
of attack
becomes less and you will not become airborne, Virg
Therefore a
> little more
> speed is required on some taildraggers - such as mine- for a smooth
> landing.
> Float is not a big issue - good brakes might be. Bill
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Virgil N. Salisbury - AMSOIL
www.lubedealer.com/salisbury
Miami ,Fl
