Just a reminder to Europa Club members (and others who for some reason may not be in the club), l am undertaking a clean sheet loads and stress analysis of the Europa with a view to justifying an inc
The problem with the (crappy) glass/plastic filters is that 22 micron screen is way too small - a stainless screen will catch the same gunk and non-detrimental particles as the original. I proposed a
Installation in an empty aircraft opens up plenty of possibilities. However, throw in some luggage, a fuel can (metal mandatory at MOGAS stations above 10lt), folding chair, rudder lock (in my case m
Clive, I understand what you are saying - but we don't have transparent, inspectable oil filters. The reason - because we know the design of the filter is good and we don't have to worry about it (to
Jim, Yes that is a good point. There is a lot of metal back there. I am involved in major MOD (to special missions configuration) of a number of aircraft. They range from UAV types up to Global Expre
Requesting user-experiences for the Varley Lithium FE batteries. For fitment in a Europa with 912 ULS which currently uses a Varley Red Top 25 (cranks at 310A, weighs 7.0kg). As l understand it the s
Well l wasn't exactly inundated with replies to this request. Thanks to Richard for the related PM. Feedback from Varley (DMS Technologies) is that the Li-16 will provide a better solution as the Red
I use a luggage strap with a rubber tube over the end which tensions a Remove Before Flight flag. The flag has a pin which slides into the stall warning hole in the LE. Makes it highly unlikely to fo
Donald, Identify your cracked part in this parts drawing: https://static.veracart.com/matco/item_pdfs/2610/document1.pdf Then call/email MATCO for the price/availability. http://www.matcomfg.com/cont
The Europa Guppy Edition may take off (in popularity). Excellent for transporting fat dogs or taking your gym ball with you on long flights! The Europa Junkers Edition (with corrugations) may need so
As Europa Aviation is unapproved, in respect to formal POA and DOA accreditations they are not compelled to operate under a quality system that would otherwise force them to justify non-compliances.
The aircraft was designed and is approved in most jurisdictions to limit loads of +4g/-2g and has been stressed accordingly using an ultimate factor of 2.25 (1.5 x 1.5). Hence the aircraft is not des
A nice description of the cause and effect. The actual root cause is poor design. A Design which takes rolling loads as differential bending would be so much better. This could be achieved with 2 bol
As Jonathan says (he is a perfect pilot by the way) , correct landing technique goes a long way in preserving the noseleg whatever way it is sprung. I have done nearly 500 hours in trigear Europa and
1mm SS is a bit overkill but is adequate to replace the FRP composite. If you do get some phenolic scraps you will need to use an FRP resin system (try a vinylester with an FRP rating) to bond them t
The situation regarding lack of response is not restricted to Europa business. I have written several times to David with both positive feedback (including offers to assist with Swift and Europa deve
I ordered these: LAS item: AA1D4 FAA / NE Stock 2 62.41 Each 124.82 McCreary 5.00-5 6ply Tyre, AA1D4 Fewer plies are less expensive! Last pair of mains lasted 500 hours plus with 50% of landings on h
I recently found a chap who buys 25kHz radios and other avionics. He has an advert on AFORS - Danny's email is goodpuppy4@yahoo.com https://afors.com/aircraftView/42373 I sold an SL30 (with Mod rev A
David, Sorry but if you were offered 50 then that may well have been all it was worth. I received a lot more than that. Many times more in fact. I am just trying to help people. Even 50 in the wallet
The PV-50 and other electric VP/CS props are designed for light weight and a relatively low hours life before overhaul/replacement. Most spam cans with CS props use hydraulic fluid driven by a pump -