Brian Rauchfuss - PCD wrote:
>
> > I've flown several Europas, (not including Alan's ) and have been surprised
> > by the wide variation in performance. At one end Kim Prout and his
> > apparently "standard" ship which achieves 150 kts full speed and at the
> > other G-KITS which seems to have a built in headwind.
> > I scratch my head but have yet to discover a simple or single reason for
> > differences.
>
> Can you make any suggestions on what to look out for? Since I am just
> beginning, it might be nice to know some possible performance enhancers.
>
> Brian
#1. Surface finish.
#2. Surface finish.
#3. Surface finish.
If you can't read your wristwatch in the reflection of wings and
fuselage, etc., you can expect great performance; just don't be
surprised if you don't get it.
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