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From: "Ed Anderson" <eanderson@carolina.rr.com>
To: "Rotary motors in aircraft" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
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Subject: Re: [FlyRotary] Re: Take your time Tracy :-)
Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2006 21:10:22 -0500
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Take your time, Bob.  You'll know when its time to launch and don't do it 
before you feel the time is right.  There's been more than once that  had I 
not listened to my "gut",  things might have turned out not so good.  A 
number of WOT run ups on the ground always got my blood humming and also 
convinced me the engine was ready as I was.

On the first flight, lots of things to monitor - prioritize those items and 
focus on those that really matter for a safe flight - data gathering can 
come after the first couple of lights.  Be prepared for some cooling deficit 
right after take off - unless you have low OAT and very good cooling.  The 
engine can stand it for a limited amount of time without ill-effect.  My 
personal view is oil temp is more critical than coolant temp, I would try to 
keep the oil max temp below 210F and coolant below 220F.  Once you pick up 
airspeed (say 115-120 mph) cooling improves and you should be able to make a 
power reduction (assuming a safe altitude) and give it time to cool down.
Me, I recommend staying close to the airport on the first couple of flights. 
The aircraft is a proven design so only the engine should be demanding of 
your attention.

Good planning and recent flight practice will carry the day.

Good luck just as well {:>)

Ed

Ed Anderson
Rv-6A N494BW Rotary Powered
Matthews, NC
eanderson@carolina.rr.com
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>> Bob W.
>> (Taildragger endorsement received this morning.  Expect first flight
>> report when winds die down and I gather the courage to do it.)
>