REFLECTOR: Rudders on lower winglet
NMFlyer1 at aol.com
NMFlyer1 at aol.com
Tue Jan 25 19:46:00 CST 2005
I have the long wing version also. Since I built my wings, there may be some
differences in the prefab application.
I didn't really like the way the BIG lower winglet looked on the airplane,
it just seemed way out of proportion. I also did not want to lose any rudder
authority.
What I did, was take the rudders all the way to the top and bottom of the
winglet. I cut the lower winglet down to about 2" below the bottom surface of
the wing. I also angled the aft portion up at the original angle of the rudder.
It just so happens that I have the same rudder surface area as was
originally in the plans.
I now have a nice compromise of looks and lower wing protection, while
keeping the lower rudder angle (impact protection). It should also act as a small
droop tip/fence to keep flow from separating at the end of the wing. I
realize the amount is insignificant, but it sounded good to me and I like the
results.
Wiring away, Kurt
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