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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
http://members.cox.net/rogersda/rotary/configs.htm#N494BW
http://www.dmack.net/mazda/index.html
Bob W.
(Taildragger endorsement received this morning. Expect first flight
report when winds die down and I gather the courage to do it.)
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