The Cozy MKIV is a Canard airplane, which is very different than most other airplanes. In this video I talk about the history of Canards, compare its aerodynamic function to a traditional airplane, and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a Canard over a traditional airplane, which led me to decide to purchase this one!
Also check out my follow-up video to this one:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCmaUveNifQ0:00 Intro & History
0:43 Conventional Airplane
1:58 Difference with a Canard
3:40 Stall Resistance
5:18 Vertical Stabilizers
5:50 Drawbacks: No Flaps
7:33 Landing/Takeoff Speeds
8:50 Quieter!
9:19 Center of Gravity
13:12 Summary
No content in this video should be taken as flight instruction or advice. Refer to your aircraft POH and consult your CFI. This video has been edited for time and content, and context may be lost or distorted. This video is for entertainment purposes only.
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