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Originally Posted by Crumpp
Keep in mind that pilots in the 1930's and 1940's were not the technical experts found in today's aviation world.
They were practical pilots who got there mostly on their courage. It was felt that it was beyond the pilots comprehension to delve too deeply into the science of flight.
Pilots were given a rudimentary knowledge of aerodynamics at best and strict left/right limits required to operate the aircraft.
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ie: Quill was a no nothing pilot who just operated the controls and hoped for the best - yeah right! Interesting how Barbi and Crumpp now attack one of the most highly regarded test plots of his generation because they don't like what he wrote about the Spitfire...way to go guys!
