Except that flaps generally increase lift as well as drag. As I understand
it a belly board only increases drag.
TK
On 16 September 2014 05:19, Mike Stirewalt via KRnet
wrote:
> I think the bellyboard could technically be considered a "split flap".
>
I think the bellyboard could technically be considered a "split flap".
That's what the flaps are called on Cessna 310, 335 and 340 and DC-3's
and I'm sure some others - thinking of the Stuka and some of the Navy
WW-II planes. They drop down from beneath the wing and fuselage.
Mike
KSEE
2 matches
Mail list logo
