Flaps and their setup – demystified

Watching a giant-scale pilot properly use flaps throughout a flight is a sight to behold. Seeing the flaps deflect at a scale speed during a touch-and-go or an overshoot, or as an airplane is turning onto final is not only enjoyable for the spectators but also a fun and gratifying experience for the pilot. Not all models, however, behave the same with flaps. A heavy giant-scale warbird with flaps deployed, for example, can transform how...