Here is an odd prop question:
Of the 912s ground-adjust props available, which one creates the least thrust at idle?
Being that the 912s idles so high, on approach, its inability to slow a prop drives me nuts. It is always a battle to get a steep approach without burning up a lot of runway in a float.
Please keep focused with the question. I have already done the following:
-reduced pitch
-broken the 1.3x vso rule
-slipped hard
-reduced idle setting to compensate for windmilling.
My only beef with the series 7 is the battle to bring it down steep. After 6 yrs of flying it, I still grumble after every shallow approach. I am wondering if a prop other than my 3 blade warp drive taper tip would be worth a shot.
Anyone got pointers????