Drag Rudder Turbulence 
Plane and Pilot
JULY 2, 2025
This climb speed is determined by minimizing the two sources of drag acting against the airplane. If speed is too low, meaning angle of attack is too high, induced drag builds up, as the wing is working extra hard to make lift. If speed is too fast, parasite drag becomes excessive, created from the increased wind resistance.
Flying Magazine
JULY 22, 2025
We consider that reassuring when the weather becomes turbulent. 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.
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Pilot Institute
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
These control surfaces dictate the aircraft’s roll, and this allows it to bank smoothly through turns or even recover from turbulence. Adverse yaw is a side effect of aileron use, countered by rudder input. The problem is that the aileron can only be deflected to a point after which the drag becomes significant.
Pilot's Life Blog
JANUARY 5, 2025
Wind shear, turbulence, or gusty winds can create challenges during the landing phase, so knowing how to adjust for these factors is critical. Managing the critical engine, which is the engine closest to the aircrafts wingtip, is key to reducing drag and maintaining control.
Pilot Institute
MAY 8, 2025
During certain phases of flight, you may retract the landing gear to reduce drag and improve climb performance. A gust of unexpected turbulence might even throw you off. Severe Weather Conditions Turbulence, icing, or extreme cold can all affect gear operations. Keep the wings level and use rudder and ailerons to stay aligned.
Pilot Institute
MARCH 29, 2024
Common mistakes include neglecting clearing turns, delaying stall recovery, and misusing the rudder. Drag : The aerodynamic force opposing the aircraft’s forward motion. This increases lift but comes at the cost of increased induced drag. Pilots must counteract the additional drag with more thrust to maintain altitude.
Airspeed Junkie
AUGUST 2, 2024
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.
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