Hi! Fred
You just about got it ! When filling I can't see mine on the seat back
without removing the seat back cushions but as I say I fill up brim
full just before departure on long flights (don't generally leave it
stood overnight but sometimes do without a problem)
IMHO the main purpose of the sight gauge is to get an actual visual
level reading as a check on instrument produced level and get some
continuity of readings when nearing the final 25% say.
If you are taking a 1 hour flight and don't need a total fill then stick
in 5 gallons .....you just put it in so you know it's there ! What was
already in is security ? Now .......imagine a massive leak developing
whilst in flight .......then........? Or needing to do an extended
diversion to an alternate ......?
No I wouldn't do my seat back sight gauge should I start over. Without
my mirror I'm looking down on it so not very easy to read anyway.
Regards
Bob h G-PTAG
Robt.C.Harrison
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From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Fred Klein
Sent: 02 September 2007 18:44
Subject: Re: FW: Europa-List: FS 02
Bob,
Whilst still in the build-mode, it's really helpful to hear from
someone w/ extensive Europa flight experience...so thank you again.
When you say,
> IMHO for scope and visibility the Europa plan with the ball takes the
> prize.
...are you suggesting that, if you were to start over, you would not do
the "between the seats" sight gauge?... notwithstanding (as I
understand it) that the standard sight gauge is not visible nor helpful
when assessing fuel level when refueling (?).
Fred
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