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1. 08:42 AM - Re: Static when refueling? (Ronald J. Parigoris)
2. 10:08 AM - Upholstery trim (Paul Atkinson)
3. 10:08 AM - flight planning software (Paul Atkinson)
4. 11:28 AM - 912S - starting problems (david.corbett)
5. 01:20 PM - Re: 912S - starting problems (J. R. Jones)
6. 01:33 PM - Re: flight planning software (Nigel Charles)
7. 02:14 PM - Re: flight planning software (Rob Housman)
8. 02:21 PM - europa club members - late renewals (Rowland & Wilma Carson)
9. 02:53 PM - Re: Static when refueling? (James Nelson)
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| Subject: | Re: Static when refueling? |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Ronald J. Parigoris" <rparigor@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
Do Not Arcive
Helo Jim Nelson
All sounds very reasonable.
What do you think about including on your description, a piece of chain that
lays on the ground? Some say that they thought a piece of Stainless Steel
Toilet Plunger chain would be a good addition?
Thanks
Ron Parigoris
James Nelson wrote:
> --> Europa-List message posted by: James Nelson <europajim@juno.com>
>
> Ron,
> Try to refuel with metal cans rather than plastic. (Tough to
> find) I bonded my whole system to a common point that extends with a
> metal tab below the fuselage next to the fuel drains. This way I can
> hook up a grounding strap and the whole fuel system is ground potential.
> My fuel entrance fitting that the cap goes into is grounded to the
> outlets at the tank and to the ground in the electrical system. You can
> ground the fuel system in the bottom of the tank by using the aluminum
> fittings that provide sump drains. The redux will provide an electrical
> pathway so the copper lines that go deep into the tank can pull static
> out. Use a small screw clamp to hold a wire onto the fitting on each
> side. These should go to a common point for bonding. I also put in a
> braided cable from the entrance down through the plastic tubing into the
> tank all hooked together at one point. Ta Da. !! I think its the best
> you can do with our plastic airplane.
>
> Jim Nelson
> N15JN
>
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--> Europa-List message posted by: Paul Atkinson <paul@theatkinsons.demon.co.uk>
Hello again
I am looking for something to hide the cut edges of material at the
openings of the various storage boxes, i.e under the seats and in the
seat backs. A lighter version of the door seal (without the seal
attached ) would be ideal. Is there anyone out there who can suggest a
source, or has a better idea.
Thanks again
Paul
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| Subject: | flight planning software |
--> Europa-List message posted by: Paul Atkinson <paul@theatkinsons.demon.co.uk>
Hello all,
I'm thinking about what package to buy in the near future, and would
appreciate any comments good or bad (not too slanderous) about your
favourite software. I am after something that will allow me to upload
flight plans to my skymapIII , and print out a route on A4 sheets, thus
avoiding having too many unfolded maps flying around the cockpit. I
assume that these are common features, but the blurb I have read does
not always highlight them.
Thanks in advance
Paul
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| Subject: | 912S - starting problems |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "david.corbett" <david.corbett@fwi.co.uk>
A friend of mine, Graham Shimmin, has a Banbi with a 912S engine based here at
Shobdon (UK).
I have watched while he and our local Rotax expert have become increasingly frustrated
by the refusal of his engine to start, and I offered to post a message
from him on our website in the hope that one of you out there may be able to
offer advice. Graham writes:
"I have a 912S with 120 hrs on it. The engine has become progressively more difficult
to start, even in warm weather, and is now refusing altogether. All the
normal checks - sparks, fuel, starter speed, slipper clutch tension, etc - have
failed to find the problem, as have a new 12v 17a/h battery and new plugs.
The symptoms suggest the ignition is too far advanced as the engine tries to fire
but kicks back violently. Has anyone out there with the S model had similar
problems, and if so what cured them, please?"
I think I should add that the UK Rotax agents, Nigel and Conrad Beale, have been
to look at this engine and have also so far failed to solve the problem. I have
also watched Graham and Adrian bypass the aircraft ignition and power the
starter to turn the engine over; in that situation it spins perfectly freely through
the apparently normal compressions.
Any advice will be gratefully received, either on the forum - in which case I will
forward it - or direct to Graham, whose address is above.
Many thanks,
David
G-BZAM UK 265 (just passed its 2nd Permit renewal)
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| Subject: | Re: 912S - starting problems |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "J. R. Jones" <jronjones@lineone.net>
David,
I suggest you speak to David Bowie who has had this problem for some time.
He recently tried a new "heavy duty" starter (suggested by Nigel B - which
wouldn't fit ! )and ended up with the engine out. I understand that a new
"sprag-clutch" has been fitted to the original starter and he also found the
"trigger" gap on one of the mags was far too close. He now appears to have
no problems.
David's 912S has something like 500+ hours on the clock.
Regards,
Ron Jones.
PS. How's your VOR?
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| Subject: | Re: flight planning software |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Nigel Charles" <nigelcharles@tiscali.co.uk>
>I'm thinking about what package to buy in the near future, and would
appreciate any comments good or bad (not too slanderous) about your
favourite software. I am after something that will allow me to upload
flight plans to my skymapIII , and print out a route on A4 sheets, thus
avoiding having too many unfolded maps flying around the cockpit. I
assume that these are common features, but the blurb I have read does
not always highlight them.<
I use Navbox Proplan4 which will work with the Skymap and KMD150. It will
print out navlogs.
To minimise using folded maps I scan and print strip maps from my master
map. Before printing I use the photo software to draw the track line on the
strip map(s). Two strip maps will fit comfortably on A4. On the reverse side
I print the Navlog and destination airfield plate side by side in A5. For
most shorter trips this means that all I use is one piece of A4. Of course I
carry the chart in case I need it for major rerouteing but normally it stays
neatly folded in my navbag.
Nigel Charles
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| Subject: | flight planning software |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Rob Housman" <RobH@hyperion-ef.com>
A recent review in Aviation Consumer summed it up nicely by saying,
"Computer capable VFR-only pilots who actually own sectionals and an E6B (or
a GPS) probably don't need anything beyond DUAT. For the rest, you needn't
expect any of the three to be idiot proof and completely hands off for IFR
planning. At some point, each gave us an improper SID or STAR, an incorrect
MEA or a plain silly route, particularly if we let it go with its default
options. "
The "three" were Flightsoft, FlightStar, and Destination Direct, and their
conclusion was, "We don't think you can go wrong with any of the three."
Having said that, in my own experience with Destination Direct (the recently
superseded version) for VFR flying I found that it was seriously lacking
because it could not, under any circumstances, automatically plan a flight
to avoid any kind of restricted airspace. It would, however, keep you from
flying over open water, and since the only body of water around here (within
a day's flying time) is the Pacific Ocean I don't need much help avoiding
that. For example, a relatively short flight from the coast of southern
California to Death Valley had the program spinning its wheels without ever
reaching any decision on what route to recommend. DUATS planned the same
flight almost instantly and avoided the numerous MOAs along the route.
Numerous calls to DD's tech support finally resulted in them telling me that
I should not expect a VFR program to keep me out of restricted airspace.
Huh? I wonder what they think we intend to use the program for if not VFR
flight planning.
Best regards,
Rob Housman
A070
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Subject: Europa-List: flight planning software
--> Europa-List message posted by: Paul Atkinson
<paul@theatkinsons.demon.co.uk>
Hello all,
I'm thinking about what package to buy in the near future, and would
appreciate any comments good or bad (not too slanderous) about your
favourite software. I am after something that will allow me to upload
flight plans to my skymapIII , and print out a route on A4 sheets, thus
avoiding having too many unfolded maps flying around the cockpit. I
assume that these are common features, but the blurb I have read does
not always highlight them.
Thanks in advance
Paul
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| Subject: | europa club members - late renewals |
--> Europa-List message posted by: Rowland & Wilma Carson <rowil@clara.net>
I'm sad to report that 100 members of the Europa Club still have not
got around to renewing their subscriptions for 2003/2004.
Those who have not renewed by the end of May will be removed from the
membership roster and they will not receive the June "Europa Flyer".
I sent all the online members an e-mail reminder (customised with
their details) back in February, and every member had a renewal form
enclosed with the March EF. I want to give everyone in the Club the
best service (not to mention getting some time to build my own
aeroplane) but it's a drag on the resources if I have to keep chasing
people for money. Every year after the PFA Rally I do a paper
mail-shot (stuffing & sticking all the envelopes myself) to the
remaining defaulters and most of them renew then with profuse
apologies. However, it would be great if I didn't have to expend the
time and effort to chase them!
If you think you may have forgotten to renew, drop me an e-mail
(DON'T reply to the list - send it direct to
<memsec@europaclub.org.uk>) and I'll let you know your status and how
you can renew if necessary.
regards
Rowland
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| Europa 435 G-ROWI (540 hours building) PFA #16532 EAA #168386
| e-mail <memsec@europaclub.org.uk> website <www.europaclub.org.uk>
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| Subject: | Re: Static when refueling? |
--> Europa-List message posted by: James Nelson <europajim@juno.com>
Hi Ron
What would be th good for the chain. It reminds me of the OLD
straps you used to see hanging from cars backin the 50's. You only need
to ground to the vessel which has the fuel in it. As long as both are at
the same potiential (voltage wise) then there will be no current flowing
between them. The obvious way is to ground the truck to earth and ground
the aircraft fuel system to earth ground. That keeps all partys in this
equation equal.
Jim Nelson
N15JN
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