Gear Down

[skydraulic]

I might agree with ya on the main purpose but, sparks and aluminum??....think it's time for nighty-nite...hehe

 

[Lead Sled]

Naw, it works in just about anything. For propeller driven equipment, a good indication is that it takes a lot more power, and the engine will reach a higher RPM if it's still turnable...

Now that makes perfect sense. I've always wondered about that. Infact... Hey that was it - my final question! Now, I know everything!!!

How do you know the gear is up? The question has been answered. It depends on the airplane.

Guys, that is the ONLY correct answer on this entire thread. To get more specific, you'll have to refer to a current copy of the aircraft POH or AFM.

'Sled

 

[Dr Pokenhiemer]

I was flying a C-210 and the gear retracted enough to be out of my view but the airspeed was like that of a C-172. That was a good indication that the gear did not come all the way up.