Hi,
I've been wondering about the electric flap mod for a taildragger. Ignore the
'taildragger' bit in this case as it's actually the standard system fitted to
the tri-gear.
I like the simplicity (and have all the parts) to modify the mechanical mono
flap
system and then just have 2 indents on the flap arm guide (half flap and full
flap). This to me is a cheap, lightweight and fail safe system. The electric
flap mod is interesting though.
My question is: Do you operate the rocker switch for flaps up or down and then
look at the markings on the flap and then stop operating the flap switch when
the flap is 'about in the right position'. Or, is the system 'Cessna style'
where you hit the switch and wait while the flap moves to half flap and then hit
the switch again if you want full flap?
If the system is of the former description above then I kind of think that the
electric flap is just another distraction in the circuit if you are operating
the swicth and looking out to see when it's reached the correct angle versus
just
moving the mono handle to the correct indent.
Have I understood the electric flap system correctly or is it more slick than I
think?
Thanks,
Phil
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