Center of Gravity Crosswind Ground Effect 
Pilot Institute
MARCH 26, 2024
This tendency is due to their high center of gravity and heavy engine over the nose wheel. A faster, reduced-flaps approach improves aircraft control during strong crosswinds or gusts. Hold this extra power as you enter ground effect. If the nose wheel digs in at high speeds, it can result in a loss of control.
Plane and Pilot
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Combining the Gweduck’s advanced hull with its counter-rotating propellers means differential power allows crosswind water taxiing impossible in floatplanes along with higher hull-in-water taxiing speeds. “We A long wheelbase and reasonably firm gear offset the Gweduck’s high center of gravity to make an easy-handling taildragger.
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