On Mon, 15 Aug 2005 20:21:57 -0400, "Morgans"
wrote:

"pittss1c" wrote

to have a max continous RPM of...say 2000. (as part of "your"
design to get a higher TBO)

It will not be allowed. The rule plainly states that it is not to exceed
120 knots at wide open throttle.

I'd certainly like for a citation on that one. While neither a pilot
or a builder, I follow the Sonex site; their plane with the Jab 3300,
at WOT, greatly exceeds limits. As they understand it, the rule is
"Maximum speed in level flight with maximum continuous power (Vh) of
not more than 120 kts (138 mph) CAS under standard atmospheric
conditions at sea level." The word "continuous" is in there ... the
3300 Jabiru is specified at 2750 RPM max continuous which keeps things
legal. Many of the owners report significantly higher capability ...
and maximum RPM is specified, IIRC, at 3300.