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Old 29th Jan 2011, 10:49
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FE Hoppy
 
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It a straight compromise. Big fin and tail that will still offer control when iced up or small surfaces with anti-ice system.

If it's a long way from the source of hot air to the surfaces it might be worth having bigger surfaces and no pipes. If the engines are right next to the surfaces it might be better to have smaller surfaces which are anti-iced.

If your stall characteristics are a bit iffy you might need both!
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