Here here Mike. Kate and I feel exactly the same. We are fortunate to have a
second aircraft to fly when we get the time (we are getting married next
weekend). Right now it's a much easier decision to get in the Comanche than
fly our beloved Europa.
Is it not time for us to ASK E2004 to make a commitment to a redesign as I'm
sure it would be an excellent income stream for them and a great comfort to
many of us. As you say, the loss of two good friends due to structural
failure is just not acceptable.
Alan
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Mike Parkin
Sent: 17 July 2007 06:30
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Europa Tailplane - Mod 73
<mikenjulie.parkin@btinternet.com>
Nigel,
Unpopular as it may be, I think you are right. Mod 73 strikes me as a very
unsatisfactory fix for a poor design. What I would like to see is a new set
of tailplanes with a redesigned torque shaft and retention system. A 'belt
and braces' system that will make all this uncertainty go away. We all love
our little aeroplanes, but it must be made more rugged down the back. At
the moment the whole situation concerns me greatly and my confidence in the
integrity of the aircraft has taken a severe knock with the loss of G-HOFC
and our friends. Accidents caused by pilot error I can live with, but
structural failure I cannot. I want to be able to relax when I fly my
Europa.
Europa 2004 can put on the list now for a new set of tailplanes if the
re-design can restore my confidence in my aircraft.
regards,
Mike
> How about someone (Europa 2004?) producing new tail kits (Tailplanes only)
> and offer these to existing Europa owners at cost plus. I reckon they
> could
> be produced for around 400-500 GPB ($800-$1000 USD) plus shipping. It's
> an
> idea to keep the discussion rolling......
>
> Nigel
>
>
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