CriticalThought
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Yesterday I controlled an aeroplane for the first time in my life. Before that, I have controlled a helicopter. Pics attached, video is too large trying to find a way to upload on defence.pk. I don't want to create a youtube account.
The 3G turns took place towards the end. The pilot first tested my strength by making me raise my hands above my head while the 3G run was being executed. He said many body builder types can't achieve that! After that he basically talked me through it. For every 30 degrees of turn you need to add 1G of force otherwise you lose altitude. The mechanics are simple:
1. Turn the aircraft to the 60 degree angle.
2. Pull back and move the stick slightly in the other direction.
3. Keep pulling back. If you are solo you would also be adjusting the power, but the pilot had complete control of the power so I didn't have to worry about that.
The blood and adrenaline rush into you is just amazing!!!!
The 3G turns took place towards the end. The pilot first tested my strength by making me raise my hands above my head while the 3G run was being executed. He said many body builder types can't achieve that! After that he basically talked me through it. For every 30 degrees of turn you need to add 1G of force otherwise you lose altitude. The mechanics are simple:
1. Turn the aircraft to the 60 degree angle.
2. Pull back and move the stick slightly in the other direction.
3. Keep pulling back. If you are solo you would also be adjusting the power, but the pilot had complete control of the power so I didn't have to worry about that.
The blood and adrenaline rush into you is just amazing!!!!
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