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Old Apr 9, 2008, 5:43 pm
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Zarf4
 
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Originally Posted by Bobster
Interesting that the banking g-force is always perpendicular to the floor. So your drink shouldn't spill during banking.
I believe this is correct for a coordinated turn (proper application of rudder input in relation to ailerons.) Unfortunately I've been on a ride or two when the pilot has allowed the aircraft to skid or slip in the turn resulting in the ruin of a new pair of suede shoes (not mentioning USair by name).
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