Sid Wood wrote: >Second approach was 74 Kts on the VASI glide slope, on center line down to >the threshold, zero flaps. Going to float a bit about 6 to 10 feet off the >pavement.
Big leap forward on the plane being reusable! Just FYI, that's about my speed with flaps down. I'd learn how to land with flaps first, assuming you have them, and once you've got that in the bag, try the faster and more difficult "flapless" landings. And I only see three white lights early in the glide. I'm down to three reds when I touch down at KFYM, my favorite touch-n-go hangout. For next flight, I'd go to altitude and practice slow flight for a while, then slowflight with some altitude loss. That will give you feel for proper attitude and RPM on final, and will demonstrate the large gap between there and stall. And when in ground effect, stall speed will be even lower, of course, so you have a cushion built in. Off to a good second start though! Mark Langford ML at N56ML.com website at http://www.N56ML.com --------------------------------------------------------
