All, By any chance, has anyone ever determined the angle of the XS monowheel between the fuselage datum and the ground with the gear extended?...either at empty weight, or at full gross weight (assum
I've noted posting which advocate reflexing ailerons to a position (I believe) 1/2" above the wingtip trailing edge. My question is when doing so, is it also advisable to set the flap control linkage
For those of you with my polycarbonate wingtip lighting covers, I've just spoken w/ Bill VonDane @ www.creativair.com and he will have a Xenon landing/taxi light option available in a couple of weeks
Rowland, w/o regard to PFA issues, I used some feather-light plastic irrigation pipe from a garden shop. My hunch is that it would not be robust enough to serve as a wing rotator support and that fun
Michael, The alum. acft. ribs w/ which I am familiar have flanged lightening holes...the pre-formed flange functioning as a web stiffener. You are of course correct w/ regard to loads being "negligib
Gentlemen, First, it's inspiring to read about flying experiences w/ our wonderful little birds...especially to one who has only recently been able to get down to some serious work on his XS mono kit
Lance, Thanks for a heads up on Service Bulletin #10; after checking I find my port wing has the aileron closeout mis-located as described. The prescribed "fix" will be problematic since I have alrea
Hi Jeff, I agree that the rubbing can be handled when I bond on the top skin; however, the travel is restricted when the leading edge of the aileron slams into the wing/aileron closeout with the aile
I'm one who got stiffed on the windscreen & windows w/ the demise of Europa Acft. and am pondering the question of tinted vs. clear glazing. I've concerns regarding night flying w/ the tinted plexi,
Brian, Thanks for reminding me of the availability of solar grey tint...I've been in touch w/ the folks in PA so I am not concerned about sourcing the components, merely the decision as to type of pl
Thanks Paul...BTW, for Xe lighting, you might check out www.Creativair.com and look at their pixs of their new Xe alternative to Halogen...the Xe will fit within your wingtip light covers along w/ th
Glenn, As I recall, you bought your plane in flying condition with a custom cowl (of unknown origin)...What's the guy in San Diego going to use for a cowling, motor mount, redrive? Who is he, or will
Phil...Have you checked out the Flight Crafters taildragger mod?...it uses a one piece metal gear which attaches externally and is faired into the bottom of the fuselage; it can be retrofitted into a
Would anyone venture an opinion regarding the quality and suitability of the moulded parts included in the mono speed kit? At 375 UK pounds, it seems a bit pricey, though perhaps worthwhile if everyo
Glenn, Your thoughtful and descriptive narrative is much appreciated...particularly your emphasis on the outrigger lengths and tire pressure and your description of that "zone of stability". I logged