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Old October 13th 13, 11:09 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
Del Copeland
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Default Use of Flaps in the Pattern

I am the former owner of a flapped Nimbus 2 and have also
flown Ventus B and C models, ASW20, ASH25 and Janus. I
generally flew the circuits in zero or the first stage of positive
flap, and only selected landing flap once lined up on approach. If
I was landing into wind in turbulent condition I would use one
stage less. Also, once safely planted on the ground I would
select negative flap to give good aileron control for the rest of
the ground run. Hope this helps.

Derek Copeland


At 20:51 13 October 2013,
wrote:

Dave,
I wonder about the use of positive flaps in my Ventus C during

downwind and
base legs.
Dan

On Sunday, October 13, 2013 12:55:19 PM UTC-4, Dave

Nadler wrote:
On Sunday, October 13, 2013 12:27:30 PM UTC-4,


wrote:

Thank you Bob for the detailed post. I am flying a Ventus

C with

airbrake and flap combination.




Dan G




The answer to your original question varies immensely

depending on type of glider.



For your glider, first consult the manual...

Then, it depends on the type of wingtips fitted.

With the original tips you may find roll control

'uncomfortable' in landing configuration and

rough conditions, in which case don't use 'L'.

With winglets fitted (or short tips) this is

less of a problem in your glider...



Hope that helps !

Best Regards, Dave "YO electric"