Originally Posted by
flighthappens
agree with the above, also highlighting that comparing a (big handful rounded numbers only) 400lb aircraft that will stall at around 40kts with a 1:20+ glide ratio to a 8000lb aircraft, stalling at 145kts with a 1:10 glide ratio is a very different exercise in energy management. Personally I don’t believe they will directly compare!
I totally agree with disparity between fast jet and gliders but I was responding to a comment about PFL in a Cessna or similar Primary training aircraft where the engine might cut or fail to respond when the throttle was opened. Much better to gain a lot of practice on an actual airfield (literally field not runway) where there you can practice safely. Otherwise why do PFL at all if it is dangerous? Plus it’s great fun.