What's a HALF CUBAN 8??
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Description: No, a Half Cuban Eight is not a cigar from Cuba. Well maybe it is, we don't know. Open the box for full description.
In the Red Bull Air Race the Half Cuban Eight is a turning maneuver. It goes as follows: from level flight, 5/8s loop to the inverted 45° line, half roll to down 45° line, pull to level flight and through next level gate. Sounds complicated?
Listen to Red Bull Air Race pilot Nigel Lamb. He explains the maneuver and its tricky and crucial aspects.
Do you know WHY it's called "Half Cuban Eight"?
Author: Redbullairrace
Source: YouTube
