Lance Link Posted August 30, 2011 Report Posted August 30, 2011 I'm trying to decide if it's worth spending the extra money for a CTLS over a CTSW (used of course). On the intro video for the CTLS in 2008, there was a comment to the effect that the roll springs were lightened up resulting in improved stick feel in the CTLS. But I've heard that the stick forces actually were stiffer in the early 2008 CTLS's, but lightened up (back to the same as the CTSW? Lighter?) in mid-2008. Are the CTLS stick forces and roll spring tension actually lighter than in the CTSW, if so how much lighter, and do certain models of the CTLS have this characteristic while others (earlier models) don't? Hopefully this isn't a subject that has been beat to death already, this is all new to me and I'm trying to get to the bottom of this question. Any help will be appreciated.
chanik Posted August 31, 2011 Report Posted August 31, 2011 As far as I can tell, the only substantial improvement I care about was more forgiving landing gear. Lot's of CTSWs with bashed up noses out there
207WF Posted August 31, 2011 Report Posted August 31, 2011 I bet the stick resistance will depend somewhat on your autopilot servo and how it is rigged. When mine was disconnected once the difference was huge. WF
coppercity Posted August 31, 2011 Report Posted August 31, 2011 Both the SW and LS are sporty on the controls compared to Cessna and Piper. The LS is a little less sensitive in pitch then the SW and has better yaw stability. The roll control is very similar in both. The LS does have a tougher main landing gear and a more open cockpit with the added rear windows, but does come in a few pounds heavier then the SW. You will be happy with either one, just get some transition training from a experienced CT instructor once you decide. They are different to fly compared to Cessna and piper, not hard just different.
Lance Link Posted September 1, 2011 Author Report Posted September 1, 2011 Thanks all for the good feedback. I think I get the picture. It may come down to how much extra I end up thinking the newer model is worth, and what kind of deal presents itself. Coppercity, the plane I flew last week in Cameron Park (2007 model), and intend to get a little more time in, came from Bisbee. Maybe you know it. And if you happen to know Brett Van Gorp (owns a little hotel and rock quarry there) tell him his old boss from Coast Construction says hello.
coppercity Posted September 2, 2011 Report Posted September 2, 2011 That was most likely my SW. N358CT, great airplane! It started my love affair with CT's!
Lance Link Posted September 2, 2011 Author Report Posted September 2, 2011 Yep that's the one. Figured there couldn't be too many from Bisbee. It's being well taken care of by someone who appreciates it.
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