edneff
Well Known Member
I recently had an opportunity to try out a friend's RV-6.
I was surprised at the difference in ground handling between the 6 and the 7 that I was used to and the 8 that I am currently flying.
The RV6 seemed unable to make even a gentle turn while taxiing without using brakes while the 7 & 8 were quite responsive. It seems the smaller rudder on the 6 was ineffective under about 17 knots ground speed. Is this typical to the model? I have also flown the 4 and it seemed easier to taxi than the 6.
Any tips on the transition would be appreciated.
I was surprised at the difference in ground handling between the 6 and the 7 that I was used to and the 8 that I am currently flying.
The RV6 seemed unable to make even a gentle turn while taxiing without using brakes while the 7 & 8 were quite responsive. It seems the smaller rudder on the 6 was ineffective under about 17 knots ground speed. Is this typical to the model? I have also flown the 4 and it seemed easier to taxi than the 6.
Any tips on the transition would be appreciated.