> Bob, how are you doing on fixing your airplane?
> > Paul Lamar

Hi Paul,

There was extensive damage to the airframe all the way back to the
baggage compartment.  Because of the way BD-4's are constructed, I have
no doubt that it is repairable. It would require removing most all of
the skins, replacing the aluminum angles with new ones, replacing the
gear box, engine mount, radiator oil cooler, exhaust system,
windshield, and some of the side windows. Some of those things were
going to be replaced anyway. In particular, the radiator, engine mount
and exhaust system.  There is some possibility that the wing torqued
the top of the cabins slightly, so that would have to be checked.  The
wing tips were damaged and one corner of the stabilator was bent.

However, after considering what it will require in time and money, I
have decided that I really can't afford to continue.  I'm going to sell
the FWF less the damaged parts, radios, and some of the prefabricated
components.  The airframe will be scrapped for liability reasons.

I looked at a partnership in a certified airplane, renting, buying
another kit to finish, and even buying another flying BD-4.  At the end
of the day, it all add up to more expense than is comfortable.

I appreciate all of the support I've gotten.  I would never have gotten
in the air with a rotary if I had had to figure everything out myself.
I'm still a BD-4 enthusiast and a rotary engine enthusiast.  I plan to
continue making cables for Tracy's hardware and hang around in the
rotary and BD-4 email lists.  I'm working on a web page where I will
list the items I'm selling, and some will go on ebay.

Thanks,
Bob W.


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BOB THANX FOR THE UPDATE, GOOD LUCK IN WHAT EVER YOU DECIDE.



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