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THE TEAMPATRON: HRH Prince Michael ofKent, KCVO, FRAeSPRESIDENT: Sir John AllisonVICE PRESIDENTS: Laurie Shaw,DAE, CEng, MRAeS, Stewart Jackson
LAA BOARD OF DIRECTORSCHAIRMAN: Roger HopkinsonVICE CHAIRMEN: John Brady,James TannockDIRECTORS: Mike Barnard,John Broad, Peter Harvey,Harry Hopkins, Brian Hope,Stewart Jackson, Barry Plumb,Lord RotherwickTREASURER: Bob Littledale
HEAD OFFICETurweston Aerodrome, Nr Brackley,Northants NN13 5YDTEL: 01280 846786FAX: 01280 846780WEBSITE: www.laa.uk.comThe Turweston office is open from0900 to 1700 hrs every weekdayexcept public holidays. Membersand those interested in finding outmore about the LAA are welcome tovisit any time during opening hoursENGINEERINGCHIEF ENGINEER: FrancisDonaldson, B.Tech C.Eng FRAeSCHIEF INSPECTOR: Ken CraigieDEPUTY CHIEF ENGINEER:Jon Viner
DESIGN ENGINEER: Andy DraperAIRWORTHINESS ENGINEER:Malcolm McBrideENGINEERING ADMINISTRATORS:Maxine Oades, Fiona StorerTEL: 01280 846786FAX: 01280 846780
COMMERCIALEMAIL: offi [email protected] EXECUTIVE: Peter HarveyOFFICE MANAGER: Penny SharpeACCOUNTS/RETAIL MANAGER:Dave DaleOFFICE ADMINISTRATOR:Sheila HaddenLIGHT AVIATION MAGAZINEEDITOR: Brian Hope,60 Queenborough Road,Sheerness, Kent ME12 3BZTEL: 01795 662508 (evenings only)EMAIL: [email protected]’ articles, letters and newsitems are welcome. Please send tothe editorial address above
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Alan Chalkley, Francis Donaldson,Malcolm McBridePHOTOGRAPHY: Dave Spurdens,Darren Baker, Air Team ImagesADVERTISING SALES: ChrisWilson, email: [email protected] COACHING SCHEMEPCS CHAIRMAN: Jon CookeNATIONAL COACH: Peter DavisTEL: 01280 846786
MEMBERS’ CLASSIFIED ADSPlease use the form on the mailingsheet with this magazine or [email protected]
While every care is taken withcontributors’ manuscripts and photos,neither The Light Aircraft Associationnor the publishercan accept liability for lost ordamaged material. The viewsexpressed by contributors do notnecessarily reflect those of the LAA
MUCH of November and December2010 brought us a worldwide El Ninaaffect, as the jet streams shifted from
their traditional paths, bringing a deep freeze fornorth-west Europe, but uncommonly light windsfor South America. Those glider pilots chasingthe Andean wave – the downwind ‘bounce’ thatenables gliders to soar 3000km in a day – arenow sunbathing, whilst we freeze. Indeed, thelong-range forecasts are suggesting this situationis unlikely to change soon, so please excuse me ifyou’re finally reading this in April.
What’s that to do with the LAA? Well thereare many glider pilots within the LAA of course.Glider pilots, gyro, microlight, Permit, Certified,commercial – we’re a diverse bunch – but my pointis rather more about globalisation. Whilst ourPermit fleet is classified as Annex II and thereforenot part of the great European ‘harmonised’legislation (yet), it is a fact that the Europeanaviation regulatory environment is increasinglyaffecting us in the GA community.
Since there are many operators of ‘N’ reg aircraftoperating in Europe, and since EASA seemsdetermined to bring them into the EASA ‘fold’, andsince it seems the USA and EU will need to find apolitical fix (fudges to the regulations) to avoid anaviation regulatory ‘trade war’, it would seem we’llall be affected by the modern day global reach ofaviation.
As EASA gathers steam, other functional areas tocompliment the already established maintenanceregulations will include flight crew licensing, airtraffic management and airspace, aerodromes,medicals, etc. Eventually, the plan is for the wholeEuropean aviation regulatory environment to beharmonised.
Whilst Permit aircraft may remain under nationalrules, supported by the LAA and an increasinglyhelpful CAA, the airspace we fly in, the trainingorganisations, the aerodromes, the fuel, theinsurance and the rules thereof, will be to a smalleror larger extent, determined by Europe.
Facing up to these changes is a huge undertakingand requires many hours of diligent work by all theGA air sport organisations. Indeed, LAA directorslike John Brady, Roger Hopkinson and Barry Plumbseem to spend all their spare time representing theLAA, the RAeC, or GA Alliance in meetings, workinggroups, committees or on their PC fashioningthe many responses we must make to maintaina degree of common sense and retain our fl yingprivileges.
It may not be the sex and sizzle of the latestcarbon super-ship, but it’s essential to keep usflying. Whatever type of aircraft we fly, we all owethese largely unsung heroes a huge debt.
On behalf of all the LAA team, may I wish you ahappy and successful 2011.
Safe landings
WE’RE ALL AFFECTEDCEO’S CHAT BY PETER HARVEY
LAA Engineering advice to buyers:AIRcRAFT AppROVed? Members and readersshould note that the inclusion of all advertisements inthe commercial or classifi ed sections of this magazine does not necessarily mean that the product or service is approved by the LAA. In particular, aircraft types, or examples of types advertised, may not, for a variety of reasons, be of a type or standard that is eligible for the issue of a LAA Permit to Fly. You should not assume that an aircraft type not currently on the LAA accepted type list will eventually be accepted.
ImpORTed AIRcRAFT? Due to unfavourableexperiences, the purchase and import of completedhomebuilt aircraft from abroad is especiallydiscouraged.
TIme TO BuILd? When evaluating kits/designs,it should borne in mind that technical details,performance fi gures and handling characteristics areoften quoted for a factory-produced aircraft fl yingunder ideal conditions. It is wise, therefore, to seekthe opinion of existing builders and owners of thetype. You should also take your own skill andcircumstances into consideration when calculatingbuild times. The manufacturer’s build time should betaken as a guide only.
AmATeuR BuILdING All LAA aircraft buildersand potential builders are reminded that in order toqualify for a LAA Permit to Fly, homebuilt aircraft must be genuinely amateur built. For these purposes the CAA provide a defi nition of amateur built in theirpublication CAP 659, available from LAA. An extractfrom CAP 659 reads “The building and operation of the aircraft will be solely for the education and recreation of the amateur builder. This means that he would not be permitted to commission someone else to build his aircraft”. An aircraft built outside the CAA’s defi nition could result in an expensive garden ornament.
A VeRy RARe OppORTuNITy to own a superb Supermarine Spitfi re Mk 26. This is a two seat 80% scale replica Spitfi re which has been built to the highest quality. We have operated the Spitfi re from Peterborough Sibson for the last two years and it’s provided true aviation pleasure. The Aircraft carries the marking of Eric Stanley Lock a Battle of Britain pilot who fl ew with 611 Squadron Auxiliary Air Force. These machines very rarely come onto the market as it takes thousands of man hours to build, not to mention the best part of £250,000. This example has fl own 65 hours and has been maintained professionally on a regular basis. It can regularly be seen fl ying in and around Cambridgeshire. No longer available, this Mk26 offers a great opportunity to realise that dream of fl ying between those elliptical wings. Visit Spitfi re Victory on Facebook for more information, pictures and videos. Jabiru 5100 fl at 8 cylinder horizontally opposed engine with three blade MT constant speed propeller. Constructed in 2008. 160kt cruise, VNE 193kt. Lynx Avionics ATR500 com radio, ATC Mode S transponder. Purchase interest only please: POA. Contact: Andrew Thomas – [email protected] or Richard [email protected]
HILcO pRIVATe TReATy sALe of a Socata Trinidad TB20 GT Aircraft. Year of construction 2002, S/N 2152 TTSN TBC (ca. 1,000hrs). Offers due 25/09/2015. Located York, UK. Contact Kevin Smyth [email protected]
euROpA mONOWHeeL G-MIME. Rotax 912S engine. Airframe and engine 440 hours. Bendix King KMD150 GPS. Garmin transponder and radio. Hangared at farm strip near Wellesbourne. £26,000. Tel Peter 07989 257 482.
Van’s RV9. Low hours 130 since new. TRT 800 Mode S transponder, ATR OLED 8.33 Khz radio, Trutrak wing leveller, Garmin 196, Microair second radio (faulty), Dynon Avionics EMS-D10, EFIS-D10A. Owner builder mid 70’s. Building Groppo Trail for local fl ying, had enough of European Touring. £60K. Tel: 01444 243585.
ONe THIRd sHARe peLIcAN pL Group A. Rorax 912. Canadian design. Excellentcondition although paintwork requires TLC. Hangarage Clipgate Farm, Barham, Kent. £60 monthly, £40 hourly wet. £6000 ono. Contact John 01227 700803 [email protected] or Jon 01634 576292 [email protected]
ReLucTANT sALe of this family member. G-BEUU, Piper Super Cub L18C. Airframehours 5125, Continental C-90-8F enginehours 942, 175 hours since completeoverhaul. Owned and hangared under coverfor the last 25 years. £35,000. Call Frank on01983 406 041.
HANGING up my HeLmeT and goggles.My Turbulent is for sale at £7,500. PermitApril 2016. Engine hours since rebuild, 90.Total airframe hours 850. Slick impulsemag. Garmin 296. John 01767 651227.
FRed seRIes 3 G-BMSL. PermitSeptember 2015. 350 hours eng/airframe.Wings fl d for storage. Fun fl ying. £3250.01832 380842.
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LIVeLy & ec ONOmIc AL c 172 – Derby. Share now available in friendly C172 group. Approved mods mean shorter take-off, faster cruise & excellent fuel economy. Low hrs engine. Annual just completed. Internet booking with excellent availability. £4,000. For further details & a trial flight just contact: [email protected] 01663 733693 or [email protected] 01332 729149.
RV10 k IT. Empennage 90% finished. Wings sjinned. Tailplane 90% finished. Fuselage well underway. Stripped Lycoming 540F1B5 engine, 40 hours from new – approved for use by LAA. Kit includes landing lights and strobes, Trio servo electric trim. Located York. £40,000 ono. 07985 151185.
VANs RV9 2009. O-360, fixed prop. 1/2 share North Cambridgeshire. 170hrs engine and A/F. 130kts cruise at 23 litres an hour. Electric trim and flaps, tip-up canopy. Dynon and analogue instruments. Mode S Trig transponder, Icom radio. Always hangered. Must have 50 hrs tail dragger, no hours builders. £28k. Phone Earl 07889 717 945.
ONe qu ARTeR s HARe in Jodel DR100A Ambassador. Based at Lymm Dam Strip nr Manchester. Call Robin on 01829732334 or mail [email protected]
RV-6A, estate sale, 80% complete, includes all tools and workshop material. More info on www.planetime.nl or call Simon +31 653 771 334 (Netherlands).
sON ex k IT. Structurally complete. Camit (Jabiru) 3300 120hp engine fitted. Requires canopy, instruments and cowling fitting. Radio, all instruments and other required parts included. £35K ono. Reason for sale: builder died. Contact Tim on 07585 604493 or Steve on 07774 639072.
Van’s RV6 1/6 share Staverton. £7495. Friendly group. Aircraft in great condition and well equipped. Lycoming 160HP, autopilot, Mode-S etc. Airframe 1450hrs, Engine 1250hrs. Fast tourer. 150kts cruise at 28L/Hr. Seven hours endurance, plenty availability incl weekends. New annual and healthy engine fund. £85/month and cheap flying at £65hr/wet! Genuine reason for sale. Contact Rogier Westerhuis, [email protected] or 07960 459 183.
mcAu LLy FLy ING GROup (www.mcaullyflyinggroup.org ). Non-equity IMC C172 in north Norfolk. £250 refundable group share. £82.50/hour wet + £60/month or £125/hour wet + £30/month. Good availability. Online booking. Contact Peter Hayward 01692 402810.
pIpe R WARRIOR II, share for sale. Only a few regular flyers in this 16 member Group (last year aircraft flew less than 135 hours). G-BHJO is based and hangared at Inverness Airport. Full airways equipped. Satnav etc , two radios with four headset sockets. Online booking. £75 per month (includes all landings at 10 HIAL airports), plus £105 per hour (wet) flying time. http://bracklaflying.co.uk £3,000. For a demo flight and further details contact David M Edes 07860 524394.
s TOLeN mIc ROLIGHT and £20,000 (see kirkflying vet.com) jeopardises Cub flight to Cape Town so subsidised Cub project available for Crete to SA Rally. Taylorcraft, dismantled 5000 pounds, French Cub on trailer £18,000, floats £10,000, A65s, Pipistrelle 2a?, 20 props, Breton houses from £20,000 etc. Maurice Kirk 0044 7708 586202 [email protected]
expe RIeNced Bu ILde R, Pilot, LAA Inspector for wood, metal and composite aircraft. Offers his services for repair work, recovering and spraying. Finishing off projects, assistance with kits and insurance work, building, inspection and Permit renewals. Also a weighing service using the latest computer pads for the most accurate weight possible! For further details contact Mike Hanley - Tel: 01872 560771, Mobile: 07703 781 628, E-mail [email protected]
cLA ss Ic c ess NA 120, one sixth shares £3300. Great availability. Just completed O-200A engine overhaul, refurbished interior and external paintwork. Icom A200 radio and Mode A transponder. Hangared at Yeatsall Farm in Abbotts Bromley Staffs. Cheapest flying yet at £38 per hour wet and £35 per month. Contact Peter on 07905 117 237 or Trevor 07968 767 207.
AA5 GROup G Ams TON. Only 1/6 shares so great availability in four-seat tourer. A/F 2100 hours, Lycoming O-320 150hp with only 300 hours since TBO. Now for the first time – non equity shares £50 p/h and £120 p/month. 25 hours up front = £1250 to fly off over 12 months. Details: www.gbcpn.co.uk Tel: 07976 802107.
pA28-161 1981 Warrior. Shares for sale or non-equity based at Halfpenny Green, West Midlands. This aircraft is under used, hence the offer to release it to fellow pilots. I will be prepared to move elsewhere if enough interest. Rebuilt engine 750 hours, new ARC issued on 01/07/2015 and annual.Contact Oliver Hogan on 07703 536 738.
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THE TEAMPATRON: HRH Prince Michael of Kent, KCVO, FRAeSPRESIDENT: Sir John AllisonVICE PRESIDENTS: Laurie Shaw, DAE, CEng, MRAeS, Stewart Jackson
LAA BOARD OF DIRECTORSCHAIRMAN: Roger HopkinsonVICE CHAIRMEN: John Brady, James TannockDIRECTORS: Mike Barnard, John Broad, Peter Harvey, Harry Hopkins, Brian Hope, Stewart Jackson, Barry Plumb, Lord RotherwickTREASURER: Bob Littledale
HEAD OFFICETurweston Aerodrome, Nr Brackley, Northants NN13 5YDTEL: 01280 846786 FAX: 01280 846780WEBSITE: www.laa.uk.comThe Turweston offi ce is open from 0900 to 1700 hrs every weekday except public holidays. Members and those interested in fi nding out more about the LAA are welcome to visit any time during opening hoursENGINEERINGCHIEF ENGINEER: Francis Donaldson, B.Tech C.Eng FRAeSCHIEF INSPECTOR: Ken CraigieDEPUTY CHIEF ENGINEER: Jon Viner
DESIGN ENGINEER: Andy DraperAIRWORTHINESS ENGINEER: Malcolm McBrideENGINEERING ADMINISTRATORS:Maxine Oades, Fiona StorerTEL: 01280 846786 FAX: 01280 846780
COMMERCIALEMAIL: offi [email protected] EXECUTIVE: Peter HarveyOFFICE MANAGER: Penny SharpeACCOUNTS/RETAIL MANAGER: Dave DaleOFFICE ADMINISTRATOR:Sheila HaddenLIGHT AVIATION MAGAZINEEDITOR: Brian Hope,60 Queenborough Road,Sheerness, Kent ME12 3BZTEL: 01795 662508 (evenings only)EMAIL: [email protected]’ articles, letters and news items are welcome. Please send to the editorial address above
ORIGINATION AND PRODUCTIONLOOP Publishing (UK) Ltd,9-11 The Mill Courtyard, Copley Hill Business Park, Cambridge, CB22 3GN TEL: 01223 497060 WEB: www.loop.aeroDESIGN: Bill Spurdens, Dan PayneWRITERS: Adrian Bleese,
Alan Chalkley, Francis Donaldson, Malcolm McBridePHOTOGRAPHY: Dave Spurdens, Darren Baker, Air Team ImagesADVERTISING SALES: Chris Wilson, email: [email protected] PILOT COACHING SCHEMEPCS CHAIRMAN: Jon CookeNATIONAL COACH: Peter DavisTEL: 01280 846786
MEMBERS’ CLASSIFIED ADSPlease use the form on the mailing sheet with this magazine or email [email protected]
While every care is taken with contributors’ manuscripts and photos, neither The Light Aircraft Association nor the publisher can accept liability for lost or damaged material. The views expressed by contributors do not necessarily refl ect those of the LAA
MUCH of November and December 2010 brought us a worldwide El Nina affect, as the jet streams shifted from
their traditional paths, bringing a deep freeze for north-west Europe, but uncommonly light winds for South America. Those glider pilots chasing the Andean wave – the downwind ‘bounce’ that enables gliders to soar 3000km in a day – are now sunbathing, whilst we freeze. Indeed, the long-range forecasts are suggesting this situation is unlikely to change soon, so please excuse me if you’re fi nally reading this in April.
What’s that to do with the LAA? Well there are many glider pilots within the LAA of course. Glider pilots, gyro, microlight, Permit, Certifi ed, commercial – we’re a diverse bunch – but my point is rather more about globalisation. Whilst our Permit fl eet is classifi ed as Annex II and therefore not part of the great European ‘harmonised’ legislation (yet), it is a fact that the European aviation regulatory environment is increasingly affecting us in the GA community.
Since there are many operators of ‘N’ reg aircraft operating in Europe, and since EASA seems determined to bring them into the EASA ‘fold’, and since it seems the USA and EU will need to fi nd a political fi x (fudges to the regulations) to avoid an aviation regulatory ‘trade war’, it would seem we’ll all be affected by the modern day global reach of aviation.
As EASA gathers steam, other functional areas to compliment the already established maintenance regulations will include fl ight crew licensing, air traffi c management and airspace, aerodromes, medicals, etc. Eventually, the plan is for the whole European aviation regulatory environment to be harmonised.
Whilst Permit aircraft may remain under national rules, supported by the LAA and an increasingly helpful CAA, the airspace we fl y in, the training organisations, the aerodromes, the fuel, the insurance and the rules thereof, will be to a smaller or larger extent, determined by Europe.
Facing up to these changes is a huge undertaking and requires many hours of diligent work by all the GA air sport organisations. Indeed, LAA directors like John Brady, Roger Hopkinson and Barry Plumb seem to spend all their spare time representing the LAA, the RAeC, or GA Alliance in meetings, working groups, committees or on their PC fashioning the many responses we must make to maintain a degree of common sense and retain our fl ying privileges.
It may not be the sex and sizzle of the latest carbon super-ship, but it’s essential to keep us fl ying. Whatever type of aircraft we fl y, we all owe these largely unsung heroes a huge debt.
On behalf of all the LAA team, may I wish you a happy and successful 2011.
Safe landings
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THE TEAMPATRON: HRH Prince Michael of Kent, KCVO, FRAeSPRESIDENT: Sir John AllisonVICE PRESIDENTS: Laurie Shaw, DAE, CEng, MRAeS, Stewart Jackson
LAA BOARD OF DIRECTORSCHAIRMAN: Roger HopkinsonVICE CHAIRMEN: John Brady, James TannockDIRECTORS: Mike Barnard, John Broad, Peter Harvey, Harry Hopkins, Brian Hope, Stewart Jackson, Barry Plumb, Lord RotherwickTREASURER: Bob Littledale
HEAD OFFICETurweston Aerodrome, Nr Brackley, Northants NN13 5YDTEL: 01280 846786 FAX: 01280 846780WEBSITE: www.laa.uk.comThe Turweston offi ce is open from 0900 to 1700 hrs every weekday except public holidays. Members and those interested in fi nding out more about the LAA are welcome to visit any time during opening hoursENGINEERINGCHIEF ENGINEER: Francis Donaldson, B.Tech C.Eng FRAeSCHIEF INSPECTOR: Ken CraigieDEPUTY CHIEF ENGINEER: Jon Viner
DESIGN ENGINEER: Andy DraperAIRWORTHINESS ENGINEER: Malcolm McBrideENGINEERING ADMINISTRATORS:Maxine Oades, Fiona StorerTEL: 01280 846786 FAX: 01280 846780
COMMERCIALEMAIL: offi [email protected] EXECUTIVE: Peter HarveyOFFICE MANAGER: Penny SharpeACCOUNTS/RETAIL MANAGER: Dave DaleOFFICE ADMINISTRATOR:Sheila HaddenLIGHT AVIATION MAGAZINEEDITOR: Brian Hope,60 Queenborough Road,Sheerness, Kent ME12 3BZTEL: 01795 662508 (evenings only)EMAIL: [email protected]’ articles, letters and news items are welcome. Please send to the editorial address above
ORIGINATION AND PRODUCTIONLOOP Publishing (UK) Ltd,9-11 The Mill Courtyard, Copley Hill Business Park, Cambridge, CB22 3GN TEL: 01223 497060 WEB: www.loop.aeroDESIGN: Bill Spurdens, Dan PayneWRITERS: Adrian Bleese,
Alan Chalkley, Francis Donaldson, Malcolm McBridePHOTOGRAPHY: Dave Spurdens, Darren Baker, Air Team ImagesADVERTISING SALES: Chris Wilson, email: [email protected] PILOT COACHING SCHEMEPCS CHAIRMAN: Jon CookeNATIONAL COACH: Peter DavisTEL: 01280 846786
MEMBERS’ CLASSIFIED ADSPlease use the form on the mailing sheet with this magazine or email [email protected]
While every care is taken with contributors’ manuscripts and photos, neither The Light Aircraft Association nor the publisher can accept liability for lost or damaged material. The views expressed by contributors do not necessarily refl ect those of the LAA
MUCH of November and December 2010 brought us a worldwide El Nina affect, as the jet streams shifted from
their traditional paths, bringing a deep freeze for north-west Europe, but uncommonly light winds for South America. Those glider pilots chasing the Andean wave – the downwind ‘bounce’ that enables gliders to soar 3000km in a day – are now sunbathing, whilst we freeze. Indeed, the long-range forecasts are suggesting this situation is unlikely to change soon, so please excuse me if you’re fi nally reading this in April.
What’s that to do with the LAA? Well there are many glider pilots within the LAA of course. Glider pilots, gyro, microlight, Permit, Certifi ed, commercial – we’re a diverse bunch – but my point is rather more about globalisation. Whilst our Permit fl eet is classifi ed as Annex II and therefore not part of the great European ‘harmonised’ legislation (yet), it is a fact that the European aviation regulatory environment is increasingly affecting us in the GA community.
Since there are many operators of ‘N’ reg aircraft operating in Europe, and since EASA seems determined to bring them into the EASA ‘fold’, and since it seems the USA and EU will need to fi nd a political fi x (fudges to the regulations) to avoid an aviation regulatory ‘trade war’, it would seem we’ll all be affected by the modern day global reach of aviation.
As EASA gathers steam, other functional areas to compliment the already established maintenance regulations will include fl ight crew licensing, air traffi c management and airspace, aerodromes, medicals, etc. Eventually, the plan is for the whole European aviation regulatory environment to be harmonised.
Whilst Permit aircraft may remain under national rules, supported by the LAA and an increasingly helpful CAA, the airspace we fl y in, the training organisations, the aerodromes, the fuel, the insurance and the rules thereof, will be to a smaller or larger extent, determined by Europe.
Facing up to these changes is a huge undertaking and requires many hours of diligent work by all the GA air sport organisations. Indeed, LAA directors like John Brady, Roger Hopkinson and Barry Plumb seem to spend all their spare time representing the LAA, the RAeC, or GA Alliance in meetings, working groups, committees or on their PC fashioning the many responses we must make to maintain a degree of common sense and retain our fl ying privileges.
It may not be the sex and sizzle of the latest carbon super-ship, but it’s essential to keep us fl ying. Whatever type of aircraft we fl y, we all owe these largely unsung heroes a huge debt.
On behalf of all the LAA team, may I wish you a happy and successful 2011.
Safe landings
WE’RE ALL AFFECTEDCEO’S CHAT BY PETER HARVEY
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pROpeLLeR. Constant speed DH PD209/211/1. As new condition. Diameter 7ft. Very rare. Will fi t Mew Gull. Offers in the region of £10K. 07881 541172.TAcHO/HOuRs meTeR, 3 inch anti-clock instrument, fully released plus used but OK drive cable, £155 plus delivery or rendezvous Glos/Wilts area. FOC (Franklin) tacho drive-box if required. Tel: 01453 860731 or fax 01453 860220.cONTINeNTAL O-200 camshaft, TT400 hours. Bulldog canopies, screens, engine mounts, wheels, brakes, starters, alternators. Plus new Bulldog parts including complete nose leg, wing tips, seats, control columns and grips and PTT switches. Hartzell prop starter ring gear, back plate and spinner. Brake master cylinders, overhauled main shock absorber units, tailplanes, pitot heads 12v and 28v, engine instruments etc. Phone 02380 693207 or 07881 541172. Email [email protected]
LycOmING O-235 N2c engine. 2378 hours. Starter, magnetos, carburettor. Ex C of A, time expired due to age. Good service history, £2,500. Tony, 01757 288 344
LycOmING O-320 A2B (E3D) for sale. Recent complete rebuild to 160hp. Zero time. LAA permit issued 24/3/14. £POA. [email protected]
JABIRu 3300 eNGINe, six cylinder solid lifter. 410 hours. Recently removed from our group owned Jabiru J400 to make way for a new Camit CAE3300 engine. A recent top end overhaul has been carried out. Many extra parts included in sale. Offers around £2,900. Contact tony 07715 477 043.
WOOdcOmp variable pitch propeller SR3000/2, 2 Blade 1720mm diameter. Complete with brand new controller and loom Fits Rotax 912S Complete with propeller logbook, ready to fi t. £1995 07801 639489.LycOmING IO-360 1AB6. Ex Bulldog. Complete with all accessories including exhaust, propeller, and engine mount. Ex MOD and inhibited but no paperwork. Inspection confi rms it’s in good order. £15K. Call 07881 541172.
HONeyWeLL GARReTT Air start, 40,000rpm continuous. Cost new about 120k starts on the button. £10,000 delivered. Call 07881 541172.
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