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Old 19th Nov 2020, 07:40
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Mach1Muppet
 
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Originally Posted by Momoe
Mach1,

Think you've got more tips than a rackful of cues, enjoy your flying and let us know how it goes
Yeah definitely, the information has been great! First lesson in the Decath was very interesting, it is indeed a different beast compared to a nose gear aeroplane! I think the biggest difference I have noticed is how much more complicated and smoother the touch and go sequence has to be. From touching on all 3 to stick aft straight away, and then nose up when powering up is indeed a very interesting prospect! Rudder control as well, dancing on the pedals is SO much more noticeable than what I would have thought, and I now understand just how unstable the aircraft can be! Bar the myriad of new techniques I have to learn, all I can say is the way of which a tail wheel is flown really does highlight the need for more stick and rudder flying than that of a tricycle. None the less, it is beautiful raw flying, and I cannot wait to have my next lesson!

Cheers,
Mach1
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