Steven I am 6-2" (but only 185 lbs) and fit comfortably in my XS. There is
the point that you need to sit with your head virtually touching the canopy
in order to maximise vis over the front, so that folk tend to build up their
upholstery to get themselves up to that point, so that trying someone else's
Europa for size only gives you the full story if you can adjust the cushion
height. Regards, David Joyce, G-XSDJ
----- Original Message -----
From: "Steven Janicki" <mmesa005@yahoo.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 10:27 PM
Subject: Europa-List: Perspective Europa XS purchase - Questions for the
group
Hello All,
I am considering the purchase of a completed and flying Europa XS. I have
corresponded with the seller and exchanged information, pictures, etc,
everything looks fine so far. We are separated by several states and thus I
don't have the option of driving over to see the airplane in person. My
remaining concern is if I can fit comfortably in the airplane. I am 6', tall
in the torso, sitting bolt upright on the floor I measure my head at 38". My
weight is 210 lbs. I have read what I could find on this e-mail list as well
as the Internet and the concensus is that 6' - 6' 1" is about max height for
comfort. I would appreciate any additional input from current flyers /
builders.
I can't find the specific measurements of the cockpit from seat bottom to
top of the cockpit, nor am I able to find the amount of recline the seatback
has. Both would have been useful to make some measurements against and get a
better approximation as to how much room there is in the cockpit. Anyone
have these or can point me to a source?
My previous airplane was a Lancair 320 which appears to have about the same
amount of shoulder and head room as the Europa XS? Also, I live in Northern
California, Cameron Park, so if there is anyone near me or in the Bay Area
building or has a completed XS I would appreciate the opportunity to try the
airplane on for size. Also, any Europa XS CFI's in the area?
I really admire the Europa and to me it is the ultimate airplane with a
great balance of features and efficiency. Of course I need to fit in the
airplane comfortably!
Thank's in advance for your help!
Regards,
Steven
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