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Old 16th Sep 2003, 07:31
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Ascend Charlie
 
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Dave -
Because the rigid head of the BK has such a long virtual flapping arm, the control power for the pilot is huge - make a movement in the stick, and you have an almost instant response with fuselage attitude. Not like a teetering head, where you make an input, the disc responds, and the fuselage then follows a couple of days later.

Conversely, if turbulence makes a blade move, that movement goes straight to the cabin. Responsiveness does not necessarily equal comfort.

If you want a BK, get one with CSAS and autopilot to damp some of the liveliness out.
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