REFLECTOR: STRONG PITCH SYSTEM

[Pat Shea]

 This picture is the first time I've looked at the
Strong pitch trim system. I agree w/ Richard's theory
on redundancy and it seems the factory's system does a
better job in this regard since it is connected
directly to the elevator torque tube. Not a huge deal
in my book, but something else to think about. 
 Also, I simulated a runaway trim situation to the
full down position using the standard factory system.
With the original ? spring, it seemed like more force
than I'd be comfortable overcoming while flying an
approach thru flare. I trimmed the spring down a
little to the point this situation seemed manageable.
I didn't factor in the air load on the elevator, which
would make things worse in this scenario, but I
figured it would probably be offset by adrenaline.....
 

Pat
   
--- Tom Martino <tmartino at troubleshooter.com> wrote:

> I received the Velocity Strong Pitch System from
> Alex (nice man).  As I
> reported previously ... it looked great.  However,
> in practice, after
> installing it, I found what I consider a major flaw.




		
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