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Old 17th Nov 2013, 19:42
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kaz3g
 
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Super Cecil: Frank, I found it best just to land an Auster without worrying about all that other stuff

If you really have landed an Auster as PIC, and have done so in a range of conditions, you will know that they take more than the usual degree of attention to avoid the landing becoming an event.

Bungee suspension, high wing with a span of 36', low wing loading, light basic weight and little braking from the heel-activated cable operated mechanical brakes combine to make it a bit of a challenge in a cross-wind. It was designed when airfields were all over and it's ability to bounce and swing is legendary. They keep you honest!

Mine has an 0-320 in it and its a sweet little aeroplane to fly.

Kaz
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