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Forum: Tech Log

7th May 2020, 14:31

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Cessna 172RG forced landing. Gear up or down if given the choice

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Posted By Centaurus

In the days of tail-wheel military types...

In the days of tail-wheel military types (Spitfires, Typhoons, Mustangs etc) wheels up forced landings were recommended. That was because of the tendency of tail wheel aircraft to tip over nose first...

Forum: Tech Log

7th May 2020, 08:53

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Cessna 172RG forced landing. Gear up or down if given the choice

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Posted By Centaurus

Cessna 172RG forced landing. Gear up or down if given the choice

The Cessna 172 RG Manufacturer's POH states that in event of a forced landing on a rough or soft surface the landing gear should be up.
This appears to contradict the general advice that landing...

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