Gliding
A question for you instructors concerning gliding in a constant-speed airplane such as a C205. Is there any advantage in setting the prop lever to full decrease in order to reduce drag? Any penalty or risk to the engine? I would guess that the risk comes in a practice forced landing when it comes time to go around, but maybe there is some benefit with a setting part way between full increase and full decrease?
And does anyone know the practical effect of landing gear drag during an engine out approach in these airplanes? The POH says that there is little drag from the gear, would you agree?