Hi John,

Yes, as time goes by there are more Lancairs FLYING in both absolute numbers
and as a percentage of the kits sold. I think it's a good idea to discuss
the "flying" of our planes as well as the "building" of them. For those
still building, maybe it'll provide inspiration. For those flying, it'll
provide more interest to the list, and maybe add to the overall safety and
enjoyment of our planes.

Our 320 doesn't like to slow down in the pattern. Seems that you have 3
choices in methods to slow down; 1. Bring the MP down to around 13"- 15"
several miles from the pattern while at pattern altitude and reduce speed
very slowly, 2. Pull the power back lower, maybe to idle (last choice) or 3.
Enter the pattern a little low and climb to pattern altitude at 13"- 15" MP
or so. Any other techniques?

I'm always interested in finding out about new and interesting places to
fly. Anyone interested in a Bahamas fly-out this winter? We had a great time
down there last year at Pittstown Point on Crooked Island. Runway and ocean
just outside of your room, what could be better?

Bill Harrelson
harrelson@erols.com
N5ZQ  LNC2  O-320  VA42  Fredericksburg, VA