Steen Skybolt pre-purchase, northern California

On Tue, 19 Aug 2003 05:08:48 +0000 (UTC), Borislav Deianov
wrote:

Hi,

I'm considering the purchase of a share in a Steen Skybolt (homebuilt
biplane). I'd never seen one before and my mechanical experience
consists of peeking under the cowl of rental aircraft (this would be
my first airplane). Needless to say, I need somebody familiar with the
type to have a good look at it. If anybody here is willing to do that,
or know anybody who might be, please drop me a note. The airplane is
based at RHV (San Jose, CA).

Thanks,
Boris
+++++++++++++++++++++++++

I gather you are NOT a Skybolt pilot.
So, first things first.

Investigate what it takes to land this bird
with an appropriate amount of dual.

Could be this airplane is not for you
regardless of mechanical condition.

Beware of owning a share of any airplane.
The pitfalls can be many.

Do your homework or happiness
could be very fleeting.


Barnyard BOb -- 50 years of flight