There is a scheme out there to cut down the centre console (examined by the
factory - perhaps Andy D can enlighten...) - we looked at the loads imposed
by the engine on the centre console in relation to the taildragger
attachment structure, and found them negligable - but didn't look at the
flight loads. I agree with GS - keeping the centre console for
crashworthiness is a good idea...
Miles
> From: "Paul McAllister" <paul.the.aviator@gmail.com>
> Subject: Europa-List: Center Console
>
>
> Hi all,
>
> I seem to recall quite some time ago that someone (perhaps Miles or
> Nigel) had done some analysis on how much the center tunnel can be
> safely reduced in size without affecting the structural integrity of
> the aircraft. I believe that it was with reference to the tail
> dragger conversion, however I would assume that its equally applicable
> to the Trigear.
>
> Can anyone point me towards that discussion.
>
> Thanks, Paul
>
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