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| Author: | dan [ Sat Mar 16, 2013 10:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Flap indicator |
Sitting in the cockpit, I'm not remotely close to getting gouged by the fap handle bracket. I have simmered the thought of elec flaps but I am like Rich, it would be a project to get it done.....Dan |
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| Author: | stug [ Mon Mar 18, 2013 6:43 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Flap indicator |
I am working towards a solution with a built in flap position indicator. I plan to use the Firgelli FA-PO-150-12-2 which has in built position feedback and combine it with an e flap controller. http://www.seareycanada.com/Welcome%20to%20eFlaps.pdf The ACI e flap controller is both the switch and the indicator, it will drive the flaps to a pre set position with a single press of the relevant button, the button lights to indicate which stage of flap is set. Probably not to everyone's taste but I think it strikes a good balance. By my estimate electric flaps work out at about 1.2 pounds heavier than the flap handle and that seems like a reasonable trade for cleaning up the centre tunnel and improving cabin comfort. I thought from reading past news letters the recommended flap extension speed was 100mph although I have seen some T18 operators manuals where the max speed was 110. |
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| Author: | jrevens [ Tue Mar 19, 2013 10:18 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Flap indicator |
stevehawley wrote: I'm curious, what speed do some of you use for lowering the flaps. I've been using 120mph for years but does anyone use a higher one. Did John ever say what the max is? Steve Hawley 100 mph is the design flap extension speed. |
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