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We Fly: Epic E1000 AX

Flying Magazine

King noted that Epic focuses on stick-and-rudder skills to the point that the first time in the airplane the pilot uses absolutely none of the automation. Steering with the rudder pedals is direct and effective—brakes are only required for the tightest turns. Prior to takeoff, the rudder trim is set from 50 to 100 percent to the right.

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Timeless Connection

Plane and Pilot

Noting the tailwheel was indeed unlocked, I moved my foot to the top of the rudder pedals to ensure the brakes were operating as normal. For those unfamiliar with the practice of S-turning, it is a combination of using the rudder pedals to quite literally form the shape of an “S” on the ground in order to peer in front of the airplane’s nose.

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We Fly: CubCrafters NXCub

Flying Magazine

Ailerons are actuated by pushrods that run through the wing struts, reducing aerodynamic drag and giving the responsive ailerons a solid feel. On takeoff, the NX fuselage is already level rather than in the high-drag, nose high position. The pushrod ailerons are solid and quick, and nicely harmonized with the elevator and rudder.

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Cessna Skyhawk C172: Features, Performance, and Flight Experience

Airspeed Junkie

Other modifications include flap gap seals that reduce drag and improve aerodynamic efficiency, and a nose wheel pant that encloses the lower nose strut for better aerodynamics. The control yoke and rudder pedals offer precise control, contributing to the ease of flying. What are the performance specifications of the Cessna 172?**?

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Bears in Blue Ridge | Part 2, Slam Dunk into Jasper

Photographic Logbook

No one wants the skin of their airplane to resemble a dimpled golf ball, Pollyanna commentary about drag reduction aside. The entire route to Pickens County was under IFR conditions with low ceilings. As the asphalt expanded to fill my peripheral vision, I kicked the rudder, leveled the wings, and pitched the nose toward the horizon.

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10 Airplanes to Fly Before You Die

Plane and Pilot

Heres their list and rationalizations: Caylas Picks It might be more common to see Jennies hanging from ceilings than seeing them in the open air, there are still a few out and about. Plus, the NX can actually do a few things the conventional-gear XCub cant, mainly because it can attain a high angle of attack before the tailskid drags.

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We Fly: Aviat Husky

Flying Magazine

Now, release the brakes and feel yourself pressed into the seat as you discover less right rudder is needed than you expect. The Garmin glass lived up to its reputation for being easy to program, and the autopilot did as it was programmed, even in turbulence, with appropriate rudder input. Can an airplane feel excitement?