I have had a minor strike some years ago. Judging by the trail of 'damage'
it appears to have entered by the tailpipe and exited via the radiator. But
it was minor and no repair was necessary.Manufacturers like Cirrus and Dia
mond have integrated aluminum or copper mesh into the wing skins.
Karl
From: gbupa@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Lightning Strike
Date: Mon=2C 13 Feb 2012 10:44:08 +0000
Dont fly ! As for well built Iv had lunch with you in Mcdonnalds ! and two
of us in one europa I think might be a no no as not able to add fuel for w&
b issues=2C so safety is bliss see you soon Nigel Ps will be down in the ne
xt few days put the coffee on ...... and no buns ! and yes will bring your
gascolator top.
> Subject: Europa-List: Lightning Strike
> From: martflynut@aol.com
> Date: Mon=2C 13 Feb 2012 02:17:46 -0800
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
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> Hi All. Has anyone experienced a lightning strike in a Europa? If not wha
t is the perceived result of such a strike? A few years ago in the south of
England a plastic glider was struck and broke up in flight both occupants
survived as parachutes were deployed. A luxury I am unable to have due to s
ize issues (not saying I am fat just well built!) My concern with the Europ
a is the lack of bonding between components and conductors to ensure compon
ents don't explode apart=2C as happened with the glider.
> If as I suspect we all take a risk with this issue has any one considere
d any possible remedial action to improve the situation?
> Martin.
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