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Replica Spitfire accident at Watts Bridge 29/8/15

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Old 1st Sep 2015, 05:03
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What looks like to be the left flap down is actually the left radiator, as the aircraft moves past you can see it move into perspective.
I think you are right , thanks.
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Old 1st Sep 2015, 05:35
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Was there a cross wind?
Very light winds all day.
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Old 3rd Sep 2015, 21:26
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Takeoff Technique

I hope he repairs the plane. Great to see such aircraft flying.

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Old 12th Sep 2015, 00:07
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The engine rotates clockwise viewed from the rear so the P factor would cause it to turn left not right. Same with the torque
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P factor and torque effect would require right rudder trim
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