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Angle of Incidence Deviation

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pbrannan

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So I'm getting my Charger project rigged. As it turns out, it is very difficult, if the plane is built to plans, to get the angle of incidence to the specified 1˚ upper and 2˚ lower at the cabanes. I think 2˚ upper and 3˚ lower is achievable without rework. Maybe even a quarter of a degree less.

For a plane like the Charger, do you think that difference would amount to a noticeable change in flying qualities? Some of this seems like splitting hairs to me, but I haven't built a lot of planes:) I could also lower the angle of incidence with some washout toward the tips.

Thanks,

Pat
 

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