On Tue, 15 Jun 2004 15:25:55 GMT, m pautz
wrote:

So, the question I have for the group is why are power planes taught to
have these wide patterns with low angled turns?

I have the same problem you do with the normal pattern, particularly
the long haul on the 45, during which you can't possibly glide to the
airport (usually after having flown over the airport!).

Personally, I have gone back to power-off landings for just this
reason. And I try, not always successfully, to come in "high, hot, and
slipping like crazy" since I don't have the option of raising the
flaps.

all the best -- Dan Ford
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