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Why not a Tecnam Golf??????????

Willborne.

High two hundreds from memory. Post script - i just checked it out , P 96 Golf have a empty weight of 280 to 285 kilos give or take.

As in temps went up ?

I use it to with the same result

I am based in Casino and try and avoid taking off on runway 28 as much as possible. Landing on runway 10 is also a worry with vans and motorhomes everywhere. The van park is a giant pain in the $$#@ and you end up using runway 10 for TO and 28 for landings even when the windsock is telling you not to.

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Gotta assume its legal in Europe as the original video came via Tecnam, but I can't imagine trying this in a Sierra

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Thought forumites might be interested in seeing a few pics from Murgon flyin today . Weather was fine and about 20 or more aircraft flew in , many from Caboolture . Met a few Sav. owners including Mark Kyle and Graham Pukallas ( apologies to both if spelling incorrect ) not to forget a remarkable aviator - 78 year old Glen , in his Rotax 503 powered , pull start Thruster . Go Glen .Bob

I had a 120 and did a few Temora 6 hour trips in her, I found mine pretty good, but all aircraft are different. I like the centre stick as it frees up the lap area to work in( sickos please disregard!!). Ultimately every one will find a system that works but as Tomo and other have said less is more. KISS, Big picture/ small picture.Cheers

Hello,I have been looking at a Tecnam P92 Echo with a Rotax 80hp.

 

They say its cruise speed is 95knots.

 

Would this be correct IAS at 5000rpm?

 

Fuel burn of 14ltrs per hour?

 

There dosen't seem to be a lot of performance difference between the Rotax 100 vs 80hp.

 

Would like thoughts from those who have flown these aircraft.

 

The Tecnam seems like a great aircraft.

 

Thanks you in advance....

Willborne.

Unbelievable, can't believe he is gone. Goodbye Wayne we will miss you mate.

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My manual for the Tecnam Sierra quotes above 300 ft agl positive ROC flaps up & electric fuel pump off.Alf

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I'm putting together a short course for qualified pilots to focus on emergency procedures, rather than wallow in the gloom and uncertainty I firmly believe we should all sharpen the saw and do some serious practice, empowerment through currency and learning.

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My Golf has a reinforced rib going over the canopy. In training I was told to release top lock before impact. If inverted kick the perspex out.

A lowing aircraft like a Sonex where the occupants are protected in a roll over by the Fastback type fuselage would IMO be good. A fuselage where the canopy is like a jet ( As Ryan has mentioned) or RV3/4 not as good.Both the RV 3 & 4 have a roll bar, but if the aircraft flips over in really soft, boggy soil, the roll over bar might bury down into the soil so deep as it may be useless for its intended purpose.Not so good.

i have a problem with raa cfi's ..working at at a differrent standard to ga cfi's...

Hi BP,

Have you had the same hassle with registration renewals for the Tecnams at the school? Mine is due in a month and don't fancy being grounded for god knows how long.

Willborne.

Lucky,brave buggers.

Following on to the post reporting the Tecnam/912 failure recently I'd like some input on any 912 failures you've experienced or heard of.Personally I've probabily flown with ten or more different 912s in the past 15 years, and done around 500+ hours on my own 912s in the Lightwing.

Additionally as an unlimited L2, I see a lot of other peoples' problems when they have engine dramas.

 

Bearing in mind that around 60% of all engine failures are fuel related !!....including running out of it.

 

In my experience I would suggest the following list are the most potential failures you may expect with a 912. Listed as most potential first, to least potential.

 

1. Engine stoppage due to carb-mount rubber failure or leakage.

 

2. Engine stoppage, or rough running due to pilot leaving fuel boost pump on ( exceeding max carb operating pressure, causing flooding or over-rich mixture).

 

3. Engine stoppage due to incorrect carb settings or adjustments.

 

4. Ignition failure (normally detected on ground during mag checks)

 

5. Carb icing due to nil carb heating or improper usage by pilot.

 

6. Internal mechanical failure due to incorrect oil usage.

 

7. Mechanical fuel-pump failure.

 

Explanations: 1...The early carb-mount rubbers were a harder compound-they lasted longer. The newer one's are softer, and seem to want to crack and fail around 250 Hrs. I am on my third set at 700 hrs TT -all failures detected during ground inspections.

 

2...Rotax have recommended minimum and maximum fuel operating pressures for the Bing carbs. Leaving elect boost-pumps on in some installations can overpower the carb bowl floats, and cause over rich mixture to the engine. Fitting and monitoring a fuel-pressure guage is recommended. 3...The Bing carb is as basic as they get, however people still tinker with them unnecessarily, and operate them with incorrect adjustments or settings- refer to Rotax maintenance manual for correct settings and adjustments. 4...The Rotax 912 ign boxes produce around 40,000 Volts. Cranking engine over with spark plugs out, and ign switches on, does not allow this high voltage to ground via the spark plugs, and will ruin the solid state ign box. Normally one circut completely dead during mag checks. Inflight ign failures are rare. If cranking engine for oil pressure during initial start or after oil change, ground ign leads/plugs and ensure ign switches are OFF!...5....Carb heat systems should be fitted, and used when required. All carbs are subject to icing in the right conditions. 6...The Rotax engine and gearbox require a synthetic fortified, approved oil for reliable operation. Use of incorrect or non-approved oils will cause damage which can lead to failure. 7...Mechanical fuel-pump failure is rare, but when it occurs can cause engine stoppage. A friend recently had one fail at 250 hrs. Check pumps regularly for leakage from seep hole, and replace if found........................................................................................Maj....

The Operating handbook for my Tecnam Golf was amended to leave the boost pump on at all times. However I have a fuel pressure gauge. I must admit to leaving it off (by mistake) once when on cruise for an hour and it operated no worries. Would you know why I would have to leave the boost pump on all the time?

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[ATTACH=full]19762[/ATTACH]Well here she is

RIP and condolences to family and friends

Just an idea. Assuming one or serveral passengers had mobile phones - its unlikely they were turned off for a short hop. Why not try and see if any of these are hitting local towers and possibly be triagulated?

Willborne.

So, if I land at Broken Hill, fill up my tanks and depart, I'm breaking the law?

Willborne.

Fell in love with this aircraft at Gawler on Saturday. Great looking machine. Does anyone know anything about these machines? It can be hired at Gawler if you meet the requirements and get checked by an instructor.[/trolquote]There are 2 Fk9's on line at a school in Gympie Queensland One is a tricycle the other is a Tail Dragger. I don't agree with the amount of plastic trim and the rattle in flight comment. They are quiet,quick and appear to be standing up well in a training environment.

Willborne.

Hi all, i'm from casino northern nsw ..looking for something along the lines of a 2 seat,tricycle,enclosed plane to buy under $20,000 like CFM Streak, Quicksilver etc up near me ...ie not in Victoria...too far to go to check them out...any ideas ???

I've have a plane based out of the Casino Airport and member of the club. Russell the Club Pres might be able to put you onto something unless he has brought it himself.

Wilborne.

Hi All,

I'm looking at replacing my wooden prop on a Tecnam Golf with a alloy or carbon fibre type. Even though it has 24 rego there are a number of props that have been approved by the manufactuer.

Can someone advise the benefits (if any) of a 2 blade as opposed to a 3 blade prop?

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Watts bridge All in Fly In tomorrow from 9am- 4pm. Be there for all the fun and food with excellent weather get out of the circuit and come to the home of sport flying in the beautiful Brisbane Valley.Info at http://www.wattsbridge.com.au/welcome.php