Slip Ball or Slip String?
I wrote an article for Vertical about the Slip Ball which has generated some discussion, so I thought this might be a suitable subject for a separate thread.
One of the questions asked was to the effect of - 'When you have both slip string and slip ball, which should be used when'
My answer would be (like most of my answers) - It depends.
If you're flying at night or IFR, the slip ball is the only device that's lit and on the instrument panel.
If you're flying during the day and want to minimize drag, zero the slip string. Especially if you're trying to climb at any speed below 60 knots.
Any other thoughts?