Mark Ravinski writes:
Please excuse me for quoting several recient
entries.
I see a disturbing trend of thinking here that might lead
some to believe an AOA indicator is a reasonable substitute for stall recovery
training or ability. Even worse, that lack of stall recovery competency is
acceptable for any standard of safety.
Who are you kidding?
I wouldn't have one on my plane. It's not worth it's
weight.
My response:
Mark, that's a silly thing to say about this particular feature. For
one thing, you are over-analyzing what people intend by the comments your
quoted. No-one said lack of stall recovery training is acceptable.
Secondly, the AOA indicator functions pretty much the same way as the airspeed
indicator does, telling you how close you are to stall. Most folks believe
"an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." You seem to be
suggesting you think otherwise. Personally, I prefer to stay a distance
away from the cliff. This tells me how far away from the edge I am.
Regards,
Ed de Chazal