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Flaps and Flare Attitude
Asked by: Pilot405617 6888 views Aerodynamics, Aircraft Systems, Commercial Pilot, Flight Instructor, General Aviation, Private Pilot, Student Pilot
Hello All,
Is anyone aware of the effect that different flap settings have on the flare attitude (sight picture) during landing? I understand that the attitude on approach will be lower for greater flap extension, however I am wondering if the actual 'deck angle,' or pitch attitude that you hold in the flare is affected. I also understand that the rate of round out and pitch up in the flare changes with flaps due to lower speed and different wing shape, but should I pitch for a different flare attitude when landing with flap settings out of the norm?
I fly a light, low-wing aircraft; mainly land with 30deg flap, but occasionally with 15/40 degrees.
Thank you.
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