At's what I wuz thinkin' too, but the tape indeed needs to be
something that will not take on moisture, so as to go aloft below
freezing and prevent retraction. And not take on a set which
eventually leaks anyway. Actually the glider guys' U-shaped mylar
tape, though not particularly cheap, might be the most effective?
Regards,
Fred F., A063
J Moran wrote:
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> Another thought on gap seals for the Europa's flaps: add a strip
> of 1/2 inch wide foam tape along the bottom of the flap closeout
> where the LE of the flap comes closest in the retracted position.
> There is a gap of 1/8 inch here (accurately set during
> construction) which should seal the flow when filled by the foam
> tape. Closed cell foam tape is less expensive than teflon seals
> since it isn't designed specifically for use on aircraft....
>
> John N44EU
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