Comment on "What is the definition of an Ultimate Trike, wing, engine combination"
I came across this video of a very short landing (looks like ground roll about the wing's width) on an STOL trike with a huge single surface wing: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wysKzIIr8M&feature=youtu.be#t=58s See landing at end of video... Looks like fun !Comment on "Trike Flying-- The Basics: How long does it take to become a Pilot, Where can I learn, How much does it cost, etc"
For training costs the total is dependent on the student's learning curve and the commitment of time. Day-a...ve than month-after-month training. The learning curve usually benefits from a...he aviation experience. You'll continue learning...Comment on "Battens falling out of a trike wing during flight"
Ken the case iam refering to was unreported. But from what the pilot told me was the sprog after take off came out. Instead of landing...d but with a severe right turn resulted in a crash upon landing....Comment on "Call to Action. Adding Spiral recovery Tasks to the Practical Test Standards (PTS)."
Leo, Great observation. This is the only maneuver where will by any significant altitude loss besides landings and emergency landings...