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Old July 3rd 09, 10:50 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default Spins, Spiral Dives and Training


My personal view is that there is sufficient evidence to show that the
Puchacz is a dangerous glider, so dangerous in fact that it should never
be flown again.


Detailed 'puchy' spin analysis found he

http://www.ssa.org/members/johnson/f...72-1994-06.pdf

It's actually pronounced poo-hots BTW, but I'm not sure how it
translates in plurality... regardless, it is odd how many have drilled
into the ground with competent pilots and instructors onboard though.
Of course there's the rudder pedal theory (rear pilot's feet
obstructing mechanism's full travel...), but it's just that- a theory.

-Paul