> I'm confused here. I've been flying for 45 years and never experienced or
> talked to anyone with this problem. Is it more common with experimental types.
> From: "Philip Maley" <p...@wotech.com.au>
> Date: 2003/10/28 Tue PM 09:01:38 EST
> To: "'KR builders and pilots'" <kr...@mylist.net>
> Subject: RE: KR>Rudder Cables.
>
> Hi guys
>
> I am also a bit concerned about the rudder control system but I guess we
> shouldn't get too worked up about it because I haven't heard of any KR
> accidents from bent rudder horns. However I did find this interesting
> post on the matronics pietenpol list:
>
> "If you use pedals, they MUST be connected to a front rudder bar with
> rods, to keep from tearing the rudder horn loose...in flight this could
> ruin your whole day. Personally, I have no problem with the rudder
> bar."
>
> I also found several accident rerports that talk about bent, broken and
> jammed rudder horns from application of excessive pedal forces.
>
> The bellcrank idea sounds excellent, and it could be placed behind the
> seat, in front of the pedals (maybe in front of the firewall) or you
> could even incorporate one into the rudder pedals (ie a rudder bar).
>
> Regards
> Phil Maley
> Perth Australia
>
>
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