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that makes sense, the only caveat is that there needs to be a small
amount of reflex on the trailing edge, (TE up) and the seal could
compromise that
Graham
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> air-foil,in my opinion. The old L 13 Blanik sailplanes used to have such
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> However, there are now all kinds of such seals available, including
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> and installation is particularly easy on the Europa. Try it, you'll like
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> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kevin Klinefelter" <kevann@gotsky.com>
> To: <europa-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Sunday, April 27, 2008 10:38 AM
> Subject: Re: Europa-List: First Flight N211KA
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>>> Hi All,
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>>> I am very happy to announce the first flight of Europa Mono Kit A211
>>> on 4/23/08.
>>> Test Pilot was Bob Lindsay after an inspection and weight&balance by
>>> Kim Prout.
>>> I can not possibly thank those gentleman enough!
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>>> Some facts about N211KA and first flight
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>>> Intercooled 914
>>> Airmaster prop
>>> Alternator on vac pump pad
>>> Empty CG 59.25"
>>> First Flight CG 60"
>>> Empty Weight 886 lbs.
>>> VSO 43 KIAS
>>> VX 61
>>> VY 75
>>> First Flight total weight 1118 lbs.
>>> Bishop airport, California
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>>> Right wing heavy when flown solo, and just a touch heavy with two up.
>>> Engine and Prop perform just perfectly together. Temps are all good
>>> on the ground and in the pattern. OAT was only around 70 F, so I may
>>> have issues in typical high summer heat around here.
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>>> Awesome little airplane
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Graham Singleton
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