>>>> This morning I launched my CZ for a 90  miles each way breakfast
>>>> flight from Fort Lauderdale Exec to Fort Pierce. Climbed to 6K feet
>>>> and leveled off on course. On climb my water temps went to 210 but
>>>> later in level flight came down to 160 water and 137 oil. Looks >>>> like
>>>> my oil thermostat does not work, and I may need a cowl flap on the
>>>> cooling intake?
>>>>
>>>> The EGT was 1800, so I run rich and used lots of
>>>> fuel. Was at my destination after 37 minutes. We used to fly one >>>> hour
>>>> on a rented C-172. Had breakfast at the Tiki Bar and in another 35
>>>> minutes I was back at FXE.  Later on the way back got brave and
>>>> leaned a lot. it made big difference in the fuel burn.
>>>>
>>>> I was flying
>>>> at 150Kts (173 MPH) average and 5200 rpm MP 24". My both landings
>>>> were cross wind and I did fine, considering that was only 4th or
>>>> 5th landing on my own. Likeing the plane and the engine more and
>>>> more and I feel more  relaxed. On return I took the cowling off
>>>> and everything was just the same as before the trip for a change >>>> :).
>>>>
>>>> The annoying things:
>>>>
>>>> The radio is as noisy as ever. Even the hand held was affected. >>>> This
>>>> evening Installed a large capacitor on the alternator and hope that
>>>> fixes it?
>>>>
>>>> My EM2 red light blinks all the time, even if there is nothing on >>>> the
>>>> screen that flashes? I wander if it is the fuel computer that shows
>>>> zero fuel remaining?? I never bothered to set it to full.
>>>>
>>>> Looks like I'm seeing some light at the end of this long tunnel? PP
>>>> engine is next on my list (after the data logger) and I have >>>> started
>>>> collecting the parts for it. Looking for a rear 20B or Cosmo 13B >>>> side
>>>> housing to fit my bell housing and starter.
>>>> That's all i can remember without a data logger :)
>>>> Buly
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for the flight report and fine pictures Buly. IMHO you got
>>>> an easy best engine installation prize winner at Sun N Fun April
>>>> air show this year. Beautiful job on the engine.
>>>>
>>>> Paul Lamar ...No rotor no motor.
>>>
>>> Thanks for the compliment Paul, but I don't like to go to S&F or >>> OSH.
>>> Too big and has lost it's focus on experimental aviation. On top,
>>> this year the flight line will be wide open to all. I have trouble
>>> keeping people off my plane inside my hangar. Can't imagine what it
>>> will be there with kids and thrill seekers for a week.
>>> I go to only two places: Shady Bend FL and Rough River KY.
>>> Buly
>>>
>>> Bulent "Buly" Aliev
>>> FXE Ft Lauderdale, FL
>>>  http://tinyurl.com/dcy36
>>>
>>> I agree with you on OSH but not Sun N Fun. I never see kids
>>> crawling all over the airplanes. We have our own rotary row
>>> to park at Sun and Fun and there are always rotor heads
>>> around looking out for your airplane. Sun N Fun organizers do
>>> their best to help us. They allow us to run our engines in
>>> the work shop area and provide a whole half of a large tent
>>> for rotary engines. This year it looks like Tracy will have
>>> a running engine there showing off all his stuff. We have a couple
>>> of rotaries that we can take apart and put back together.
>>> I have two forums. How to Cool your Wankel and Turbo Compounding.
>>> Robin has a couple and she will also be interviewing people
>>> on the Sun & Fun radio. Unlike OSH Sun N Fun treats their
>>> volunteers and forum givers well and with respect.
>>> The runway at Lakeland is long and smooth unlike Tracy's place
>>> so landing will be easy for a Canard. I would very much
>>> like you to attend as your airplane is an excellent example
>>> of how to do it right.
>>>
>>>
>>> Paul Lamar ...No rotor no motor.
>>
>> Buly, I have to agree with Paul on both points, you need to go, not >> for
>> yourself but for the rest of us and the movement. Perhaps you could >> do
>> Arlington too so I could see it for myself. Beautiful job, very >> inspiring.
>> Thanks Buly
>>
>> John Gibbons
>
> OK John. First I have to fly off my 40 hours. I have only 15 sofar.
> Than I'll talk to my Finance minister, my boss and Captain of my
> plane. If she thinks it is OK I may go :)
> Buly
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Buly, How big a flight test area do you have -- 90 miles one way is bigger
than they grant up here.
Bill Schertz

I got 120 mile radius from 0E0.  I asked for the State of NM but the
DAR wouldn't go for it.  On the phone he told me he would give me 180
mile radius so that I could fly for an hour at my normal cruise speed
of 180 mph (I'll get there eventually) but by the time he came out with
the paperwork already filled out he had forgotten.

Bob W.

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Wow! Up here they give ~25 mile radius


Bill Schertz
KIS Cruiser # 4045

Are you getting ready to fly Bill?

Paul Lamar

Bill you can ask for an extension and if there is a good reason TC will
grant one.
I used to apply for 50nm and had no problems with that. Being based at YYJ
means
operating in class C airspace and they really don't want us there. YCD is
class E and
33nm away so 50nm allows a reasonable range of operation around both
airports.

John Gibbons

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