Hi Ira,
I had also heard it was not possible to air-start a 912S, but it can be
done. We have done it with the Whirlwind prop and with the Airmaster,
both at about 110 knots. We were concerned about it in motor-glider
mode, both when it would stop windmilling after shut down (between 50-60
knots), and if we could do an air start if our battery went dead while
soaring with the engine off. The speeds worked out just right for our
needs.
Regards,
Terry
A135 / N135TD
XS with 912S, Airmaster prop, long and short wings.
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[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of rampil
Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 10:54 AM
Subject: Europa-List: Re: MG folding prop
Hi Peter,
I am not sure what your criteria are for "heavy and complex".
To me, compared with certified hydraulic prop controllers are not on
both heavier and more complex but also more "stupid".
BTW: It is not possible to air-start a 912S in any case.
Cheers,
Ira
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