Fig. 55.—When the rudders were placed in the position shown, and the machine was run over the track at a rate of 40 miles an hour, all the weight was lifted off the wheels, j, and k, and both the small wheels m, and l, engaged the upper track.
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Fig. 56.—In case of a breakdown or failure of the engines when the machine is in flight, it is necessary to place the rudders in the position shown, in order to prevent the machine from diving to the earth. When the rudders are in this position, a rapid and destructive descent is not possible, as the machine will preserve an even keel while falling.
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