BeechSlapped
Destroy the Pilot Hat!
- Joined
- Aug 11, 2003
- Posts
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When CommutAir had the older 1900's (circa 1996 models) MEL's due to the power steering being inoperative were frequent. However, ever since we bought all new airplanes (except one) we haven't had that many problems since all our steering is by mechanical linkage. Occasionally, the actuator that connects the NWS during landing will stick or burn out and you will have a free-castering nosewheel. This doesn't happen all that often.
Most of our more senior pilots loved the power steering system since it allowed for ease of maneuvering in tight spaces and for single-engine taxi. I personally hated the power steering mostly because of having to turn it off for takeoff, leaving a castering nosewheel. I like having more positive control during the takeoff roll.
Most of our more senior pilots loved the power steering system since it allowed for ease of maneuvering in tight spaces and for single-engine taxi. I personally hated the power steering mostly because of having to turn it off for takeoff, leaving a castering nosewheel. I like having more positive control during the takeoff roll.
