Originally Posted by
LeadSled
My experience in the UK, exactly, as was applying recovery control to the control stops. "Brakes Off" was number one item of the pre-aerobatic check.
My memory tells me that, in at least two of the Australian losses, the brakes were found in the "taxi" position, two/three notches on.
Tootle pip!!
It was drummed into me as part of the pre manoeuvre checks to ensure the park brake was released / fully forward. If it’s latched part way on, it will restrict rudder travel. I too recall at least one accident in South Aus of the brakes contributing to the aircraft spinning into the ground.