Why are side sticks unpopular in sailplanes
Side sticks seem pretty popular in powered aircraft. Personally like them.
In sailplanes they have the additional advantage of allowing either a smaller cockpit (less drag) or more room. Diana, HP18 and several older designs have them.
Yet, they seem highly unpopular. Why would a well-designed sidesticks not be liked, just because it's different, or are there reasons I'm missing?
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