I have tried several landings in the RV-12 with a crosswind component of
15 to 20 knots. There is plenty of aileron and rudder authority to maintain
runway alignment by slipping. The problem comes after touchdown. Runway alignment can be maintained by light braking on the downwind side.
But the airplane skids sideways, toward the downwind side, a foot or so.
Is there any technique that will prevent this skid?
15 to 20 knots. There is plenty of aileron and rudder authority to maintain
runway alignment by slipping. The problem comes after touchdown. Runway alignment can be maintained by light braking on the downwind side.
But the airplane skids sideways, toward the downwind side, a foot or so.
Is there any technique that will prevent this skid?