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Understanding the Rudder

Often neglected by newcomers, the rudder is very much necessary to properly execute aerobatic maneuvers like the snap roll, spin, stall-turn, and so forth. Rudder is also needed to correct certain flight behaviors. While basic rudder use remains the same for all models, you’ll discover that flight characteristics between airplane types can differ. An aerobatic airplane may only need a touch of rudder input, if any, to perform a coordinated turn. Corrections in heading (using...

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