Sudden winds -
#2 . Flaps 1 was primary takeoff flap. Tail strike awareness is a factor. No tail strikes, even with engine failures in the sim. Takeoff pitch reference line/attitude is your friend - 8 degrees of pitch until 10' RA, then increase at 3 degrees per second.
4. Most guys will fly 1000' under MAX ALT which is approx. 700' above OPT ALT. Next most common 'limit' is OPT ALT + 1000' (approx. MAX ALT -700')
Likes to float with Flaps 30. Will not float with Flaps 40.
You have to work really really hard to make it float with Flaps 40. Matter of fact, I've never seen it. Have experienced the dreaded 'oh xxxx' Flaps 40 impact.
Airflow changes with Flaps 40 produces lateral flight control sensitivity changes. Roll input that raises the spoilers is shifted 3 (?) degrees sooner on one wing vs. the other wing. Takes a little bit to get used to, especially in crosswinds on short runways.
Nice hand flying airplane. Nice landing airplane. High speeds on final.
