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Re: Flying: Fuel Exhaustion/912

Subject: Re: Flying: Fuel Exhaustion/912
From: Graham Singleton <100421.2123@compuserve.com>
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 1998 19:48:26
>>You must therefore assume that following an engine failure after take off
the prop will almost certainly stop.<<

You must also assume that in the steep climb attitude all the fuel will run
to the back so you better be certain you have at least enough to reach the
saddle. With low fuel if you roll towards the tank you are feeding from it
may well momentarily unport and the engine will cough.
Graham


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