Has anyone taken a stab at this? Are there any high time Europa monowheel pilots in the States who are open to providing some of this transition training and/or helping to outline some standards? Che
Hope I'm not flogging a dead horse...please let me know if this issue is a "no-go". I recently bought Steve Crimm's monowheel - think it's a beautiful, sleek a/c in this config, but agree with Steve'
All - Really appreciate the feedback and interest on this issue. Based on this initial input, it appears that we may have identified 3 or 4 Europa Mono pilots (current/future) who will be willing to
Paul - this is delightful news! You are probably one of the most senior mono pilots in the States. I'll email you privately to get your public contact details. Thanks very much! Venu -- Venu Rao A058
Thanks Paul - a "lurker" on this forum who was also wondering... still haven't transitioned to the mono and have my concerns as a very low time pilot. Cheers, Venu Rao Austin, Texas A058 - Flying Bui
Nigel and Graham, Thanks for the terrific feedback. I concur that it's all about pilot experience and personal comfort-levels. There are many of us new to the mono's, and several who are in the latte
I'm rather concerned about this too. Going to have a look at my tank for signs of bulging. Almost certain I'm converting the mono to a conventional through Bob Berube. Just need to price it out. Do y
Count me in for my $100 too! I might also suggest that we explore increasing this amount if the $5,000 is an underestimate. We should run the numbers to see if those of us who put up this seed money
I spoke to Jim Nelson-whom many of you know- and venerable builder of A058 - which I now own. He suggested I check with Bob Berube at Flight Crafters who he thinks is working on an aluminium tank ret
A friend who used to race shared this company's name. They're apparently the gold standard for fuel cell bladders in the racing world. http://www.atlinc.com/racing.html He also suggested that most ru
Count me in tentatively Paul. I'll be there if I complete the conversion of 058 to conventional gear and comfortable flying her. 058 was at Rough River with Steve Crimm last year - he's now a -9A(ist
Here's a pic of what Jim Nelson did for an AOA on 058. It's an Advanced Flight Systems AOA Pro. Very slick - still learning how to calibrate it. Cheers, Venu Rao Austin, Texas Europa - Mono A-058 Fly