Cross Control, Flaps and Wings
Hello Peeps!
I have a question on cross controlling (side-slip specifically) in a high wing single. While this sounds easy enough, and it is, I have heard several schools of thought on performing said operation with flaps down in a high wing aircraft specifically. This is what I have heard:-
Theory 1
Do not side-slip with them flap thingy's down as it blankets the airflow over the tailplane reducing effectiveness of elevator and rudder.
Theory 2
Theory 1 is not true you can do it just don't get caught.
Now, in the event of an engine fire, I will no doubt be using said manoeuvre to get my athma on terra firma with the shortest of time!
Does anyone know of anymore information I can get on this?