Originally Posted by
Tuned In
Try without the rudder trim. I was always taught not to use it for the training - it is for cruising to nearest suitable and should be neutralised for the approach. Remember that in the real event the rudder required will reverse, due to the lower drag on the stopped or feathered engine than on the idling engine. Don't worsen this effect with trim!
As far as I know, I have no experience on this type or anything similar. However, it is standard multi-engine assymetric philosophy that rudder trim should be neutralised prior to the final approach (usually at or around 1000'). A major reason for this is that it's easy to trim in the opposite sense in the situation that Tuned In describes and this could be highly embarrassing on a go-around. Another reason is that rudder trim can compromise crosswind-landing performance.
For most aircraft, the Aircraft Manual, Pilot's Notes, FCOMs or similar should have recommended flying techniques for abnormal situations included within. Have a look what the manual says for your type. If a school teaches a generic technique for similar types, ask it what the reasons are for those particular techniques. If you are on a CPL course aimed at preparing students for the airline world, then techniques and SOPs should be aligned with airline practice where it is safe and logical to do so, and they don't counter the manufacturer's recommended techniques.
Scroggs