Quote Originally Posted by rwanttaja View Post
Note this graphic from an upcoming KITPLANES article...it's tough to decide which parameter to compare.

Discussing it, though, makes me wonder if wing loading might be a better factor than cruise or stall speed. Probably less prone to marketing distortion.

Ron Wanttaja
The fatal accident data for certificated airplanes is very similar in where the accidents occurred. Many, many more are on takeoff and go-around.

wing loading might be good. ASTM is looking at control forces, configuration changes (and resulting forces), etc.

I look forward to your upcoming article!