Difficult to be sure, but I would guess that Europa are loosing many
potential
customers to Glastar (and now maybe Ban-bi/MCR-01 & RV-8) because
of discomfort for the "vertically unchallenged". I think the original
modification
which slimmed down the wheel-well was called the "LA" (Large A**e)
version
- how about a standard factory option kit which does what Graham talks
about
below and adds a LONG extended footwell with (glider-style) adjustable
rudder
pedals (maybe for left seat only?). This could be the XS/LB (Lanky
B*****d)
version.... This might restrict engine choice I guess.
I'm sure that anyone over 6'3" would trade maybe a few knots top speed
and
a bit of extra weight for a more "relaxed" fit....
Brgds
Phil Hawker, UK
waiting for the LB version.... but also looking elsewhere.
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From: Graham Singleton[SMTP:100421.2123@compuserve.com]
>Subject: Re: Pilot and cabin measures
>
>>>I' m completing the tailplane of europa 226 (after a 1.5 year delay)
>and am for sure interested in a few extra leg room.
>can you let us have a peek at your mod scheme ?<<
>
>Not yet. Haven't even started yet, but basically it involves slipping in an
>extra 1 1/2 inches along the waist line to give not only extra headroom but
>also much better viz over the nose. If you also do the XS fuselage mod and
>add a few inches to the footwell that will help too. Not quite so easy, you
>need access to phenolic resin and an oven to cure it. Europa might consider
>supplying long footwells, but you'd have to ask nicely and at the right
>time. (Don't say I suggested it please!)
>Graham
>
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