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Old 6th Dec 2002, 16:11
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FlyingForFun

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Strate,

Glad you agree with most of what I said. I suspect others won't, but, like I said, as long as what you do works for you, that's the only thing that really counts.

Confused by your comment about the throttle though. I agree with you (on some types it's nice to keep a bit of throttle until the flare, but probably close it during the flare, and certainly when touching the ground) - but I can't find anyone else who's mentioned the throttle, so who are you disagreeing with??? Or has someone deleted their post?

I don't agree about not landing wing-down in a low-winged aircraft though. I've used this technique successfully in a PA28. There are certain types where it won't work - I won't use it in the Europa because of the stress it puts on the outriggers. But every type is different, and I don't think you can make general statements like not landing wing-down in a low-wing.

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