Original Posted By: "Michael Brusilow"
Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Pietenpol-List Digest: 14 Msgs - 08/07/00I'm preparing to make the maiden flight in an Grega Aircamper with a 65 HP Cont engine. You more exprienced folks will recognize this as a tail heavy aircraft especially if it is built with a stock J3 engine mount such as ours. I am an A&P mechanic, and experienced builder which makes me confident that the weighing that we completed is accurate. We have added lead sheet, rolled and clamped around the engine mount tubes to get the CG inside the aft limit. I am preparing to test fly the airplane, my 23rd maiden flight in everything from Quickies to BD4s, and Glassairs. I am a current tailwheel instructor (PA12) so I feel confident about my tailwheel skills. I did not build this airplane. I was asked to test hop it by the AI who oversaw the construction by the young man who owns it. The AI built a Tailwind which he still flies regulary. I'm asking for comments on two issues: How far aft are you flying your aircraft and What kind of handling should I expect? Joe Gauthier n22607(at)aol.com (860) 635-4058 CT________________________________________________________________________________