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Jim Phelps wrote:

> I think rudder petals in a 415-C changes it from what 

> it was made for. Also I think the Alon type petals 

> (where you steer with them) are the good add on's 

> as they will give more control in crosswind landings..  

 

Fred Weick told us and also told me personally, that he expected that HALF
of Coupes would be sold WITH pedals.  He considered pedals to be a valid
part of Coupe design.  Having said that, I think his personal Coupe had NO
pedals.

 

I do prefer the Alon pedal linkage where the pedals steer the nose wheel
for one reason only.  On REALLY cross-windy days, you can turn the
ailerons into the wind AFTER touchdown to prevent wing lifting.  If the
tail is at the right height on the ground, the need to turn the ailerons
into the wind after touchdown isn't that great.

 

With that kit, though, I found that when the wind was greater than 15 mph
direct cross, I'd level the wings and land in a crab like a Coupe.

 

 

 

Ed Burkhead

http://edburkhead.com/ 

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