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The great handling that the RV airplanes are known for is often not realized because of incorrect trailing edge shape on control surfaces (on models without riveted trailing edges).
This can be an issue on rudder and elevators as well as the ailerons. If you think your handling/control response is not correct, indiscriminately changing the shape is not a very good idea (even if you don't think so, this is a check that should be done on every RV if the owner doesn't know for sure they are correct). Instead, the actual shape should be checked compared to what it should be and then adjustments made accordingly. Paragraph 5.7 of construction manual Section 5 (Access a copy HERE) explains how to check the shape and then make adjustments if required. |
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After squeezing and banging on my TE's, I am quite happy with the feel of my ailerons. However, as I was reading this thread I got to wondering about my elevators. My 6A is very pitch sensitive and I wouldn't mind toning it down just a bit if I could. Does the this type of exercise apply to the elevators as well as the ailerons? Larry |
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It can cause lighter than designed pitch forces, a dead band in the control range, and a reduction in pitch stability. It can have an influence on the rudder performance as well. |
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BTW, the way to fly an 8 is with your forearm rested on your leg behind the knee and your thumb and forefinger on the stick grip... Unless you're doing acro of course, then you'll want a more solid grip on the stick. |
All a matter of perspective. The RV-8 is certainly sporty compared to a spam can, but downright slow compared to other airplanes - especially aerobatic ships.
Just give it time and alow yourself to adapt. |
I agree with rv7charlie
Yep. I agree with rv7charlie. I have about 450 hrs total, 65 hrs in my 7A. When I was getting rv training, I was coming in for a landing and was unstable, I asked Tom Berge, why am I getting blown all over the place; it's not that windy. He responded, it's you. I said no way. He said let go of the stick. I did and the plane immediately settled down. You just need to get used to the responsive controls. Once you do, it's a blast. I love my 7A!
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It is such a pleasure to read your flight experiences. Vans are so light with controls that it's easy to stress the structure at speeds above Va. I am sure now that all is normal, that's a matter of touch.
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