Yes, the mods approval system in the UK is far from satisfactory. I
understand there is/was a proposal to create an experimental category in the
UK but I suspect this has been overtaken by EASA deliberations. Watch out!
EASA may get to the Dutch in time!
Regards
Brian
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[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Frans Veldman
Sent: 13 November 2009 11:52
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Mode S transponders
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Brian Davies wrote:
> I suspect we will disagree on this Frans, but I think having an
> inspector look at my aircraft is a good thing, rather than an
> imposition. We are all human and human beings are error prone. A
> second pair of eyes is a valuable contribution to a safe first flight.
Not too late to reconsider!
I do not disagree with you at all. In fact, I have already someone invited
to take a close look at the airplane, and I'm sure the test pilot is going
to do the same.
But if I read that in the UK you need to apply for a mod if you want to make
a small door on the empty space below your thighs, well, I'm very glad that
we don't have such interference here in the Netherlands. After all, it is an
experimental airplane, there should be some room for builder modifications,
especially if these modifications are unlikely to affect any flight
characteristics.
So, that is what I wanted to say, I'm glad that we Dutchies have some
freedom here for improvements on the airplane.
Frans
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