Plane and Pilot

JULY 1, 2025

The pilot applied right rudder in an attempt to correct this, resulting in a ground loop. The postaccident examination revealed a fuel leak in a fitting where the fuel line passes through the firewall to the engine. While attempting to control the speed to prevent stall, the airplane veered to the left of the runway.

Density Altitude

Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 12, 2024

To the Firewall (Power) Quick and smooth power application is also required to minimize altitude loss during stall recovery. This requires rudder input to maintain directional control. While takeoff flaps improve performance, they also add unwanted drag. Aim to get the nose level with the horizon.

Stability

Plane and Pilot

DECEMBER 16, 2024

With the F2, the rudder and vertical stabilizer are changed, with the rudder becoming a much smaller surface than before. You can sit there with full back stick, full aileron one way and full rudder the other, and its perfectly controllable. You might ask what happens with crosswind landings when you take away rudder authority.

Rudder

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Winging It Aside from the aforementioned desire for a greater aspect ratio for reduced drag, the one-piece Gweduck wing was developed for minimal weight, ease of construction and benign handling. Keeping drag corralled was emphasized as the Gweduck mission is foremost long-distance cruising. Maintenance room is generally very good.

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