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Rusty, I believe that this simply reflects the shifting of focus from the experimenter to the commercial vendor at Sun & Fun just as happened long ago at Oshkosh. There were at least 4 neat Covair engine installations as well as one very neat 6 cylinder subaru in a velocity - not to mention of course the two absolutely outstanding rotary installations. But, guess who buys commercial space at the airshow {:>).

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From: Russell Duffy

To: Rotary motors in aircraft

Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2006 10:30 AM

Subject: [FlyRotary] Re: Best Non-Certified Engine???

Greetings,

I just noticed that this year's winner of the best non-certified engine is a Europa, with what looks like a 912S/912ULS.

SNF Awards:

http://www.sun-n-fun.org/content/interior.asp?section=flyin&body=06flyin/2006awards

Europa Builders page showing engine:

http://www.rmholsters.com/europa/may2005.htm

What's up with this? While the 912ULS is not certified, I understand that it's the same as the 912S, which is certified. The only difference I'm aware of is the price and paperwork. This also appears to be the standard engine for the Europa. Hard to believe this should win over people who use truly alternate engines, and roll their own FWF installation.

This gives me an idea. My RV-8 has an AeroSport O-360 that just arrived. Since this is an "experimental only" engine, I should be able to enter the "best non-certified engine" judging next year :-)

Cheers,

Rusty (cutting Plexiglas when the spraylat dries)