From: "Marvin Kaye" <marv@lancaironline.net>
Subject: Re: [LML] Re: Shannon's Accident Summarized
To: lml
Date: Tue, 10 May 2005 10:14:00 -0400
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Posted for "Bryan J. Burr" <bjburr@mwheli.com>:

  I think it very sad and dissapointing that so many of the accidents that
  have happened in Lancair Kit aircraft are related to poor judgement,
  lack of training, or false confidence given the sophistication,
  performance and power.  These are even more reasons to really understand
  the airplane and our personal limitations.  This very fortunate group of
  airplane owners  must make their own commitment to make this a viable,
  fun and safe flying experience.  I certainly don't want to hear of
  another pilot error accident, or any accident, and loss of life.
  Together we must take the challenge to prove to the insurance industry,
  flying world, our families, and each other that this is a great
  airplane. Let's not confirm the question in many people's minds that our
  decision to build and fly our own Lancair Kit aircraft was a very bad
  mistake. It truly is my second love.
  
  Perhaps it is time to organize and dedicate ourselves to an agreed
  creed, mission statement, or whatever to see this happen.  Sometimes a
  written and signed commitment to ourselves and each other works as a
  great reminder.
  
  Bryan Burr
  N132BB