2000' grass strip in a stock 235 is a
Darwin Award waiting to happen. I'm not shy, flew F-4Es for
years, also flew grass strips in an OV-10. Why not just give me
your 235 instead, rather than wrecking it?
If it has a C/S prop and bigger engine, maybe - but I still
wouldn't have landed on grass with those tiny wheels except in an
emergency.
All of that said, there are those who routinely fly 320/360s out
of grass strips and I haven't heard of them causing a wreck - yet.
If you want to fly on short grass strips, get an RV tail dragger.
Same cruise performance and more useful load, just a bit higher
gas burn.
My 2 cents worth, others may disagree.
Blue skies,
Bill
On 1/26/2014 11:27 AM, Steve wrote:
David,
I will post your question on the Lancair Mailing List for
input from L235 owners who may have experience with grass
strips.
My opinion is 2000' is too short even for a paved strip and
grass would be too hard on the landing gear. Let's see what the
235 guys have to say.
Steve Colwell
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Answer him pls. Can't really operate that small gear
on grass can u
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Begin forwarded message:
Mr. Colwell,
I have very recently considered a Lancair 235. I
am in Arkansas and live on a 2000 ft grass airstrip.
I don't really know anyone with a lancair near me. I
live near RUE to the north on Landers Loop Private. I
have looked online and don't really see much on
performance and durability/safety. I would like to
visit with someone that would have legitimate
knowledge to give me some advice. I appreciate any
help you may be able to lend!
Thanks,
David Wilbanks
479 857-0961.