IS THERE VALUE IN DUMPING THE LANDING WHEELS?
I think there is on some planes. When you consider its taking weight off the front of the plane. So how much do the LW's weigh?
So if you dump the Landing Wheels, put only half the fuel in or use a tank, and lighten up on the ammo, Many a plane will turn and maneuver like a Nikki
The down fall is landing! But with practice you learn to come in level and let the prop take the brunt of hitting the strip. Or use the flaps to feather your landing holding the nose up and letting the tail scrape the strip first.
I would really love to hear other pilots opinions on the subject!
Kimo!