Hello guys,
I operate a cessna 172 skyhawk for low level powerline inspections. So when I read about the micro vg kit from
www.microaero.com , I was amazed by the advantages it offers planes flying a lot in the slow speed region. Which I do a lot doing steep turns at 70kts at about 200ft AGL following the powerlines.
The advantages look amazing:
* Lower Lift Off Speed
* Lower Stall Speeds
* Improved Controllability
* Improved Characteristics
* Improved Safety
* S.T.O.L. Benefits
* 1 Day Installation
But my question was about the disadvantages, I can't help thinking that nothing in life comes for free?
Can somebody tell me a bit more about the practical use of the micro vg's. Maybe somebody has experience flying with a c172 with the VG's installed? Does it increase fuel consumption and by how much? Does it reduce cruise speed? What are the caracteristics in an accelerated stall. Are there other effects caused by this kit that could affect flying in some way?
Thanks a lot for any response, I hope to be able to improve safety since we are low and slow and in sometimes very rugged terrain.
Cheers