Noel B

My D18, with a Jabiru motor, is 11 years old now and has over 1000hrs flying time all round NZ. Beautiful in the air but be careful landing, they will ground loop if you get them crossed up on touchdown!

Hi, I am new to the forum. I am 73 years old and about a year away from the completion of a Jodel D18 which has taken shape over many years in a series of sheds hangars. Currently my kitchen. (OK, I know; I am probably certifiable.)I am hoping to make email contact with someone who is very familiar with structural details of the type.

 

My first uncertainty is about the intended neutral position of the trim tab. I agree that the word neutral is a bit vague. Let me suggest either "take off preset trim" or (if it is different) "comfortable cruise trim".

 

I have many other queries which the plans have not resolved for me but I don't want to scare anyone off.

 

Best wishes.

 

birdmanpete

Hi, I am new to the forum. I am 73 years old and about a year away from the completion of a Jodel D18 which has taken shape over many years in a series of sheds hangars. Currently my kitchen. (OK, I know; I am probably certifiable.)I am hoping to make email contact with someone who is very familiar with structural details of the type.

 

My first uncertainty is about the intended neutral position of the trim tab. I agree that the word neutral is a bit vague. Let me suggest either "take off preset trim" or (if it is different) "comfortable cruise trim".

 

I have many other queries which the plans have not resolved for me but I don't want to scare anyone off.

 

Best wishes.

 

birdmanpete

G'day from Raglan, New Zealand. Jodel D18 flyer.