db_sonic[_2_]
November 18th 11, 08:35 PM
On Nov 18, 9:29*am, Rex Mayes > wrote:
> JJ,
> If I may add.... The torsional load of the T tail, especially with
> lead weight installed is a big factor as well. *I do not believe the
> style of tail wheel is a factor in tail boom fractures.
> The style of landing, on the other hand...:(
>
> Rex
Ditto what Rex said. The T tail creates quite a moment at the end of
the boom as the whole assembly swings to a stop.
Torsional load breaks skinny part of boom. Seen and done on many a
scale RC model sailplane.
> JJ,
> If I may add.... The torsional load of the T tail, especially with
> lead weight installed is a big factor as well. *I do not believe the
> style of tail wheel is a factor in tail boom fractures.
> The style of landing, on the other hand...:(
>
> Rex
Ditto what Rex said. The T tail creates quite a moment at the end of
the boom as the whole assembly swings to a stop.
Torsional load breaks skinny part of boom. Seen and done on many a
scale RC model sailplane.