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IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Latest instalment in the acclaimed IL-2 Sturmovik series from award-winning developer Maddox Games.

 
 
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Old 06-16-2011, 11:41 PM
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Originally Posted by robtek View Post
And that is NOT spring loaded!!!
When the aoa is large enough the aerodynamic pressure-difference pulls the slats out.
I want to disagree with you because this is the first I've ever heard of this. I know wikipedia is notorious for being as incorrect as it is correct at times but this is what I found to support my long held belief that slats are spring operated.

From wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leading_edge_slats

Types include:
Automatic - the slat lies flush with the wing leading edge until reduced aerodynamic forces allow it to extend by way of springs when needed.
Fixed - the slat is permanently extended. This is sometimes used on specialist low-speed aircraft (these are referred to as slots) or when simplicity takes precedence over speed.
Powered - the slat extension can be controlled by the pilot. This is commonly used on airliners.

I do look forward to learning more. Perhaps in another thread though? This one appears to be for initial reporting of problems only and I have already spammed enough I think.
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