http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leading_edge_cuff
The new ICON A5 sport aircraft has decided to go the "no flaps route" in favor of "wing cuffs" for safety reasons.
They expect to sell ($135,000.00 each for the first 100) many of these amphibious aircraft to NEW PILOTS.
Without flaps it will be a simpler aircraft to fly.
The wing cuffs are reported to prevent spin non recovery and to aid greatly in a stall as they allow the ailerons to still function.
Check out the new ICON A5 here:
http://www.iconaircraft.com/wingfold-studio-video.html
and the RC model ICON A5 from Hobbyking here:
http://www.hobbyking.com/unitedhobbies/ ... duct=16605
Bill
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