> >I understand that fitting the strobe on the fin is not recommended due
>to
>the fact that it can be seen from the cockpit and causes some distraction.<
>
>I have not found it a problem. I can just about see it in my peripheral
>vision when I twist around as much as I can to the left. The comment might
>be more significant for those who are permitted to fly their Europa at night
>but this is not allowed with UK registered kitplanes. If you intend (like
>me) to use a single strobe the top of the fin is the logical place as it
>is
>most easily seen from there.
If you wear spectacles the strobe will reflect in the back of the lens with
only moderate head deflection. I once mistook it for lightning.
Graham
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