It's normal/desirable to have the stick pitch forces higher than the roll
forces in a normal 'plane.
Albeit that the Kitfox had lighter pitch than roll, which contributed to its
interesting handling!
Duncan McF.
----- Original Message -----
From: "JEFF ROBERTS" <jeff@rmmm.net>
Sent: Saturday, April 15, 2006 4:44 AM
Subject: Europa-List: Pitch Forces
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> Hi All,
> As a low time pilot that is enjoying his finished toy, I have noticed
> the pitch forces are quite a bit greater than that of the aileron.
> Thats while sitting on the ground or in the air at maneuvering speeds.
> Reading other plane reviews over the years authors have noted this to
> not be good or desirable.
> I on the other hand haven't found it annoying but am wondering if other
> Europas are like this. None of the push rods seem to be rubbing
> anywhere. Is their any lubricant others have used and if so where has
> it had the best effect? Any Ideas or advice would be appreciated.
> Thanks In advance,
> Jeff R.
> A258 / Gold Rush... Flying off the 40
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