[n86121]

We now have two 'thrashers on Potomac, as part of my airfield beautification program.

Curious what others use for pattern speeds. Short field?

Mine is full Robertson STOL

Approaching
I will get to pattern altitude 5 miles away or so.
I power back 3-5 miles away to slow to 140mph (120k) or so clean,
then drop 1/3rd flaps

Yes, yes I know flap speed is 160, but first I slow a bit and get some more headroom

Downwind
Then down to 110 MPH (95k) or so entering pattern and downwind

Abeam the numbers
Drop gear - starts descent, slowing

Base
Entering base 2/3rd flaps,
slowing down around 90 mph (76k)

Final
Turn final, full flaps.
Decelerate from 90mph (76k) to 80 mph (70k)
A touch of power on front engine
touching down 70 ish mph (60k)

Your turn. Just curious.