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Old 23rd Dec 2005, 22:25
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More vertical area, thus higher directional stability, thus more rudder required (for same airspeed) to straighten aircraft before impact.

Beech 1900C vs. D have same effect. Raising the cabin to standing height reduced the demonstrated crosswind from 25 to 22 kts.

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