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Originally Posted by NaBkin
Good post, thank you.
Do you also have the data for this style of flying?
Say for this:
"Firstly, if your in an E 1 or 3, always ensure that your prop pitch is set for max power. Never let this slip because in bad situations a lost second or 3 can mean everything. Next, initiate a 'step-climb'. Whereas sustained climb works when you have a distant threat, 'step-climbing' is a better response to a more immediate threat. To do this, firstly level out as quickly as possible without bleeding speed and at the same time use your pitch controls to achieve the highest possible acceleration. Once you have reached 350-400k (IAS) set prop pitch for climb and lift the nose. When airspeed drops to about 300ks level out again and adjust pitch controls for acceleration. Repeat this 3 or 4 times and you should have a significant vertical and horizontal distance between you and your would be attacker. At this point you can now wipe your brow, look back and start planning your counter attack."
"prop for climb" or "pitch for acceleration" - do you fly the 109 by the book or do you have data you've made yourself which work better in CloD? My 109 E manual for example says 250 is the best climbing speed, 2400rpm. Which I use to try to escape the reds.
Does this work for you, or are these theories from a red pilot? For me, sometimes it works, sometimes not, and I'm not sure if it is me or the FM.
I'm just not so sure if this really works, becaus if I fly the spit the same way (BnZ) I feel like I don't have any disatvantages to the 109 (BnZ).
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No, I don't really have any specific data to speak of. My comments are based on my own experience with the 109, which I fly exclusively.
I can tell you that 'step-climbing' seldom fails me. However, success will depend to a considerable extent on how quickly you detect and react to the presence of a threatening enemy. If he is co-E or better and already shooting at you it's probably too late. However, if the situation is at all retrievable, it's very important to get level and accelerating just as quickly as possible. To achieve good acceleration I adjust the p/pitch so that RPM stays at a constant 2200-2300 (or there about) and maintain that setting until I've built sufficient speed to begin the climb. The exact timing of the climb depends on the proximity of the enemy. When I conclude that I have enough speed I then adjust the p/pitch to the point where my RPM increases to about 2600 and then I lift the nose and continue to adjust p/pitch as I climb. Exact climb speed doesn't really matter because you aren't attempting a sustained climb. The important thing is to ensure that airspeed doesn't drop too much because it will slow your acceleration when you level-out. As I understand it, 260kph is about the best
sustained climb speed for the 109. That, IMO, is far too slow for successful 'step climbing'. As mentioned previously, after the climb phase, I want to be doing around 300kph+ to achieve a rapid transition to good level flight acceleration. Once you have achieved a good measure of separation between you and your enemy following a succession of 'step climbs' you can revert to more conventional climbing techniques should you wish.