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Old September 24th 08, 02:10 PM posted to rec.aviation.piloting
Dan Luke[_2_]
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Default Crab, slips, and crossed controls


wrote:

The only restriction is not to use full flaps in a 172SP.
Apparently it causes too much vibration.


It is an old argument that stems from a remark in some Cessna POH's way back
when.

Don't sweat it: slip often and be happy. It is one of the most useful
maneuvers in any pilot's bag of tricks. Practice it enough to make it
almost automatic when needed; it will serve you well.


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Dan
T-182T at 4R4