Hi Marcel
I had a Europa share from 1999 to 2005. It was originally a mono, but due
to the fact that several pilots in our group were low houred, we converted
it to a trike, (in fact I think ours was one of the first customer trikes
flying).
It was certainly much easier to land and take off as a trike, but can still
be quite tricky until you have some experience - especially on bumpy grass
surfaces.
However, as Brian noted, the mono is better as a touring aircraft - slightly
faster, slightly less fuel consumption, and slightly lighter. But all these
"slightly's" add up.
After a few years without a Europa ( I restored and flew a Luscombe 8A by
way of a change), I have just bought another example - and chose the mono!
I certainly would not advise flying the mono without either a good amount of
tailwheel time, or preferably an extensive type conversion course with an
experienced *Europa experienced* flying instructor/coach.
All the best with your decision. Whichever you go for, the Europa is a
brilliant little aircraft to own and fly.
Dave
G-CCGW
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