I=B9m carrying out full fitment of all parts of Aircraft prior to painting in
2 weeks time and checking actions and travels.
Most systems are within limits but the big contention is Tail plane action.
Seemed heavy.
I=B9ve visited archives and found others have laboured in this area so I=B9m
looking for some feedback on Tail plane weights.
The typical counterbalance weights as delivered are approx 2500 =AD3000 grams
in total. Mine are 2950 grams.
My Tail Planes with Anti =ADservo Tabs fitted weigh - Port: 12.5 lbs -
Starboard: 12.9 lbs
Adding the full counterbalance weight does not give me full balance.
Adding another 500 grams makes the action and balance feel much better.
The Pitch Control Rod is disconnected and each =8Caction=B9 seems free in
movement.
Could someone be kind enough to weigh a full finished (painted) Tail plane,
Port or Starboard to give me a rough guide on typical weight and any
Counterbalance weights that are yet to be fitted.
Regards
Gerry
Gerry Holland
Europa 384
G-FIZY
+44 7808 402404
gnholland@onetel.com
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