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Old 23rd Dec 2009, 21:11
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bearfoil
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Cruise Flap permits the addition of drag (lift) aftward of the CL, effectively displacing the cg aft, allowing the Tailplane to load, with attendant reduction in angle of attack, which reduces overall drag.

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