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Old 17th Jan 2011, 19:01
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Rorschach
 
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Hi All

New to the Forum, with a couple of tech questions (for starters). Got my own thoughts on these but I'd like clarification from someone with a more solid understanding.

1. Why will the roll capability of an aircraft INCREASE with a DECREASE in Gross Weight? Roll capability is a function of AoA (i.e a lower AoA increases roll capability) but why?

2. Why will a swept wing INCREASE the amount of roll induced by rudder inputs?


Looking forward to your replies.
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