Keeping the ball in the middle
Hello all,
Wanted to get some second opinions on this:
When flying around in a 150 or 172, I make an effort to keep the ball in the middle (co-ordinated flight etc etc).
On long-distnce flights, this can result in a fair amount of discomfort, due to the constant exertion of pressure.
When I mentioned this to my instructor, he said `Don`t worry about it. Let the plane fly how it likes. If necessary, the machanics can alter the rudder trim to make it fly "straight", but don`t bother keep ing the ball there - you`re only adding drag`.
So, should I keep applying constant left or right rudder to keep the ball in the middle, or let it all hang out?
Any thoughts?