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1. 12:22 AM - Re: Turbulence (BBreckenridge@att.net)
2. 07:52 AM - Re: Turbulence (kerrjohna@comcast.net)
3. 10:18 AM - Re: Turbulence (Albert Gardner)
4. 10:51 AM - Re: new builder (Dr. Peter Laurence)
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--> RV9-List message posted by: BBreckenridge@att.net
--> RV9-List message posted by: "Ralph Cloud" <rv9ralph@flash.net>
I have it on good authority that Van's uses the 9A demonstrator to commute
from his home strip to work every day.
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This may be true. However, when I've visited, I've seen RV-4 #2 parked outside
the hanger. Many times, I've been at the airport as Van takes off in this plane
and heads home. It definitely needs a new cowl - you should see the cracks!!
No matter which model he chooses to go home in, ...geez, what a ride. Oh well,
I'm still thankful for my '79 BMW. It works, and I'm not far enough away from
work to fly. Bummer...
Bruce
RV-10 40018
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--> RV9-List message posted by: kerrjohna@comcast.net
Albert, thanks for the report of your trip.
What engine are you using, cruise rpm etc?
> --> RV9-List message posted by: "Albert Gardner" <spudnut@worldnet.att.net>
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> If every plane Van builds is as good as my 9A, there are many satisfied
> pilot/builders around. The 9 is a great plane, my wife and I have over 200
> hours on mine this last year and love it. I don't do aerobatics so this is a
> good choice for me. Good range and low operating costs plus its very easy to
> fly and land. Burning under 8 gph in cruise at today's prices is kind of
> nice while doing 135-145 kts. And cross wind handling is great. We just made
> a weekend trip from Yuma to Kingman, AZ (pancake breakfast) to Cable, CA
> (friends graduation) and had a great time. Had some wind from WSW of about
> 12-18 kts both days but nice flying. Here are engine on to engine off
> elapsed times:
> KYUM (216') to KIGM (3,449') 160 nm 1.3 hrs = 123 kts avg speed. at 9,500'
> KIGM (3,449') to KCCB (1,439') 200 nm 1.7 hrs = 117 kts avg speed at 10.500'
> KCCB (1,439') to KYUM (216') 181 nm 1.3 hrs = 139 kts avg speed at 9,500'
> BTW, Cable airport is a great place to visit and Maniac Mike's cafe is top
> notch as is Mike himself. A RV3, 4, 6, 7, 8 or 10 may or may not do it
> quicker but this is the most fun you can have.
> Buy a Vans kit, build it, fly it, have too much fun.
> Albert Gardner
> RV-9A 872RV
> Yuma, AZ
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--> RV9-List message posted by: "Albert Gardner" <spudnut@worldnet.att.net>
My 9A has a Lyc 150 hp, Sensenich fp that Van recommends (70CM 77" pitch)
and empty is 1104 lbs. The redline on this prop is 2600 but I find it hard
to achieve so I may repitch it slightly. I cruise at 2300 and plan on 138
kts TAS.
Albert Gardner
RV-9A 872RV
Yuma, AZ
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--> RV9-List message posted by: "Dr. Peter Laurence" <dr.laurence@mbdi.org>
----- Original Message -----
From: <Sargentclt@cs.com>
Subject: Re: RV9-List: new builder
> --> RV9-List message posted by: Sargentclt@cs.com
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> For hand tools etc. The Yard Store. And for specility tools
> Cleveland or Aircraft supply. The best is a fellow finished RV builder
> Tad
> Finish and Firewall RV7A
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One might want to add Bob Avery Tools to this list. Bob is a great guy and
will spend as much time on the phone as you need
Peter
RV9 A Wings
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