In re: feet between the pedals.
OK for the Monowheel, but the foot brake master cylinders and operating
levers occupy this space in the Tri-Gear. A handbrake mod is available for
those who prefer to stop like bicycle riders.
Best regards,
Rob Housman
A070
-----Original Message-----
Behalf Of kbcarpenter@comcast.net
Subject: Re: Tall pilots!!
I am 6'4" and 210 Lbs. I am also glider experienced so am accustomed to not
having a lot of room. I have 80 hours in the Europa and it is not modified
beyond a lumbar support which reclines me so my bottom is on the front slope
of the seat. I just returned from a five hour trip from Florida with two
stops. I was not tired or cramped during two hour runs. I can put my size
twelve foot between the rudders to the firewall and almost stretch each leg
straight, one at a time. No need to stay on the rudders in cruise. The
bubble window might be interesting but came after I had completed the doors.
I wear a Bose headset(model 2) and occasionally in rough weather my head
hits the top but it is no big deal thus far.
Am located in Knoxville, TN and would welcome Europa fans to drop by the
Skyranch (TN 98) most afternoons.
Ken Carpenter N9XS 914Mono
----- Original Message -----
From: <Wcmsco@aol.com>
Subject: Tall pilots!!
> I am in a syndiate who are actively considering the Europa. Problem is
that
> two of us are 6ft and one 6ft 4. Although there is a mod which increases
> cabin height, what is really needed is extra legroom. Has anyone modified
the
> firewall to enable the rudder pedals to be pushed forward? Any other
ideas?
>
> Greatful for any suggestions.
>
> Mark Willer
>
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