From: "Charlie England" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
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Subject: request for performance specs on VAF
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Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2015 23:16:29 -0600
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The 'atmosphere' on the alt engine section of VAF is a bit less hostile 
these days, and someone has asked for real world performance numbers on 
flying rotaries. Anyone care to share? I'd like to think that the best 
way to improve alt engines' rep is to share honest performance numbers, 
at least when people are willing to listen.

For the data to be useful, you'd need to include a/c type, which engine 
configuration, whether c/s or fixed pitch prop, actual flying weight 
when numbers were taken, altitude, manifold pressure if available, and 
the biggie, fuel burn vs cruise speeds (very important to include 
altitude and specify kts or mph for cruise numbers). With starting 
altitude & gross weight, full throttle climb rate can help estimate 
actual hp the engine is producing.

The thread is at
http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showthread.php?t=131677

or if you're not a member, I'll be happy to forward anything you're 
willing to share.

Thanks,

Charlie