Thanks, Bob :-) For those PFA members who haven't had the letter yet, I'm on
the case with Engineering and will report back.
I should also add that the Europa Club committee are aware of some of the
concerns around the changes, including Duncan's concerns. In defence of the
Factory's new design, I should say that they looked at quite a number of
alternatives, and the one chosen was chosen and tested carefully. For those
not aware, it involves eliminating the support cables to the torque-tube and
using tufnol guides on the pitch-stop support - very similar to something
that has already been done as a mod by at least one builder.
Perhaps it should also be pointed out that the cables are a throwback to the
days when there wasn't a bulkhead there that could be used to constrain the
weights! (G-YURO had two pushrods down the fuse with a bellcrank in the
middle, I understand.)
Regards,
Jeremy
Jeremy Davey
Europa Monowheel 537M G-EZZA
Europa Club Vice-Chairman, Webmaster, PFA NC Representative
PFA EC Member
"If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs, then it is
possible you haven't grasped the severity of the situation."
Tail done
Standard XS wings with mods underway
CM installed in fuse (with airbrakes fittings)
1380 build hours to date
Intended fit:
Rotax 914 turbo, Airmaster CS fully-feathering prop
Lots of lights, buttons, switches, gizmos, and alarms
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bob Fairall
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Mod 70 and the PFA letter
Correct Jeremy, it's not obvious which a/c it refers to.
If I remember correctly (and bear in mind I am old and senile and my memory
is awful! :-) previous correspondence from the PFA, which arrives in
duplicate owing to my having two Europas, has an a/c reg reference on the
envelope. I will check my bin later to see if I can find the envelope, but
my guess is that this letter comes with reference to flying a/c, kit 71,
G-BXLK.
I must say I am a little uneasy about this mod. Duncan McFadyean has
highlighted a number of aspects that I feel are very pertinent. Whilst being
totally aware that everyone is working towards the common goal of our
(Europa pilots) safety and therefore not wishing to 'rock the boat', I am
planning to write shortly to Francis Donaldson regarding these issues.
Kind regards
Bob Fairall (71 flying & 494 in construction)
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Jeremy Davey
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Mod 70 and the PFA letter
:-) Thanks, Bob. Would I be right in assuming you only got the letter with
respect to 'LK, or is it not obvious which plane it refers to?
Regards,
Jeremy
Jeremy Davey
Europa Monowheel 537M G-EZZA
Europa Club Vice-Chairman, Webmaster, PFA NC Representative
PFA EC Member
"If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs, then it is
possible you haven't grasped the severity of the situation."
Tail done
Standard XS wings with mods underway
CM installed in fuse (with airbrakes fittings)
1380 build hours to date
Intended fit:
Rotax 914 turbo, Airmaster CS fully-feathering prop
Lots of lights, buttons, switches, gizmos, and alarms
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bob Fairall
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Mod 70 and the PFA letter
Both Jeremy!
71 (G-BXLK), started '93, first flew in '98 and has about 400 hours.
494 (G-CBXW) is under construction at present. Slow progress, but thoroughly
enjoying it :-)
Regards
Bob Fairall
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Jeremy Davey
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Mod 70 and the PFA letter
Bob,
Are you building or flying? Or both?!
Regards,
Jeremy
Jeremy Davey
Europa Monowheel 537M G-EZZA
Europa Club Vice-Chairman, Webmaster, PFA NC Representative
PFA EC Member
If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs, then it is
possible you haven't grasped the severity of the situation.
Tail done
Standard XS wings with mods underway
CM installed in fuse (with airbrakes fittings)
1380 build hours to date
Intended fit:
Rotax 914 turbo, Airmaster CS fully-feathering prop
Lots of lights, buttons, switches, gizmos, and alarms
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bob Fairall
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Mod 70 and the PFA letter
I've received the letter.
Bob Fairall 71 & 494
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-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Jeremy Davey
Subject: Europa-List: Mod 70 and the PFA letter
Just a quick question for UK owners (apologies overseas folks!) =96 have you
received a letter from the PFA regarding Mod 70? There is some debate as to
whether any builders have received it =96 certainly at least some of the
fliers have.
Thanks and regards,
Jeremy
Jeremy Davey
Europa Monowheel 537M G-EZZA
Europa Club Vice-Chairman, Webmaster, PFA NC Representative
PFA EC Member
=93If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs, then it
is
possible you haven't grasped the severity of the situation.=94
Tail done
Standard XS wings with mods underway
CM installed in fuse (with airbrakes fittings)
1380 build hours to date
Intended fit:
Rotax 914 turbo, Airmaster CS fully-feathering prop
Lots of lights, buttons, switches, gizmos, and alarms
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