IMHO, a 2 place Lancair 235 or otherwise is a bad idea on a 2000 ft grass strip. I have 900 ish hours on my 235 and have landed on a 2500 ft paved runway once 3000 a few times. You can do it but there is no room for error. Being based on that short of field will eventually catch up to you.
Randy Snarr 235/320 N694RS
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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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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.
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