Rich S. wrote:

On 2008-05-29, Greg Siemon wrote:

Does anybody have any experience with this configuration? Seems that you
would be switching back and forth on the stick to operate the throttles
and the radios. Any input would be appreciated.


Ever notice that your instructor (given a side-by-side configuration) is
able to fly either side? After a short period of adjustment, you get used to
flying with either hand on the stick (wheel). The key, as always, is to be
ahead of your aircraft. You shouldn't be so far behind that you need to fly
by knee-jerk reaction - but by well thought-out actions. Even a fighter
pilot's brain is working on the next move.

Rich S.



Just going to say that Richard, as an instructor I fly both sides and do
not find it a problem either way. I am left handed and fly my RV-6
with left hand but if I get into a RV-8 or equivalent that has throttle
on left side it still seems natural to fly with right hand on control
stick. As others have said it only takes a few minutes to get used to
either way.

Jerry