dave.thompson(at)verizon.
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 Posted: Tue May 23, 2006 8:02 pm Post subject: Zenith Aircraft Corvair Day (Erase Now if the C-word offend |
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Here! Here!
I've met William & crew several times, the first time at Corvair College #5
at Hanford CA, two other times at their hanger. Every time I felt like we
were old friends. The first time I was at the hanger, after about an hour, I
said that I'd leave so I wouldn't wear out my welcome. William said;" no,
stay, let's go to lunch." When we came back, Gus, their test pilot took me
for a ride in their silver/blue 601XL taildragger. What a ride!
That's just a statement about their friendliness. Their expertise and
knowledge speaks for its self when you read through their website. People
can say what they want about William & crew. I for one am glad he's there. I
like his quote: "I built it with my hand, installed it on my plane and flew
it for XXX hours." He makes statements with proof & experience behind them.
I don't claim to be any type of aircraft expert! I know I've got a lot to
learn. I do know that if I follow his guidelines, I'll have a technically
correct proven installation. A smart first time builder (like me) will know
their limits, seek out knowledgeable people and follow what has proven to
work. That's what I'm trying to do. The price and performance of the Corvair
is allowing me back into aviation after 22 years out of currency.
Some may say that "The Corvair Authority" sounds arrogant. He's still a down
to earth kind of guy. Besides, show me someone that knows more and has more
experience with Corvair flight engines (I want to meet him). I think he has
worked hard to deserve the title.
There are many engines that we have to choose from; some good, some not so
good. Everyone has their opinions. That's the glory of a homebuilt aircraft!
We all get to choose what we build and what we hang up front. I'm just
thankful for people like you guys on this list, and William. I hope to find
more friends as I re-enter the aviation world.
My best to you all,
Dave Thompson
dave.thompson(at)verizon.net
Westminster, CA
Building a Corvair Engine & hoping for a 601XL
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