How do you explain why the A/S increases on thermal entry?

Actually, one notable pilot gave a demo at the SSA convention once that
turning away from the rising wing is exactly how to center more quickly.
He made a convincing argument for the technique.

Frank

J.A.M. wrote:

Not always... the technique is sutile and differs from pilot to pilot.
Neve been able to summarize it and in the end always ends the same way, if
you want to learn how to thermal... fly a lot of thermals and try a lot of
approaches to it.
One thing for sure. Turning away from the lift won't make it.

"F.L. Whiteley" escribió en el mensaje
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Are you sure you center more quickly if you turn toward the rising wing?

Frank

J.A.M. wrote:

I don't think it's just that important.
If you're fliying into a thermal, a wing rises, the IAS increases,
etc...
just pull back to the original speed, turn into the rising wing, an
FLY. Complex aerodinamic explanations are good for winter, but look out
of
the
window... and go flying.