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Hangar Flying => Hangar Flying => Topic started by: Localizer on May 06, 2008, 09:58:51 PM

Title: Canard with dihedral a la Stagger-EZ
Post by: Localizer on May 06, 2008, 09:58:51 PM

Hello all,
I've been wondering about Steve Wright's interesting canard configuration.  I understand that roll rate is increased due to less turbulent air over the ailerons, but I was wondering if this also increases roll stability due to dihedral effect.  A Long-EZ builder/pilot friend of mine was commenting on his aircraft's lack of dihedral on any surface, and I immediately thought of the Stagger-EZ.  Anyone have any first-hand info/insight on this setup?  Has anyone tried this on a Long-EZ?  If you're browsing this forum Steve, your comments would be very welcome.  Cheers!

Title: Canard with dihedral a la Stagger-EZ
Post by: admin on May 07, 2008, 11:34:58 AM

There was a long-ez that was modified like that. As I recall there
were minimal changes to the flying qualities with a very
slight increase in roll rate. There is a write up in an old
CSA newsletter.

Title: Canard with dihedral a la Stagger-EZ
Post by: flyingwaldo on May 07, 2008, 02:30:32 PM

Ken Miller Tried It
For some reason he never wanted to talk about it.