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Old January 12th 12, 07:07 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
key[_2_]
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Guys

Many thanks for your thoughtful comments and insight. I had read most
of the literature of every type of self-launcher and touring
motorglider, but your first hand experience is what i needed to hear
about. Clearly there are substantial tradeoffs and advantages and
disadvantages for every type of motorglider (not even considering
cost!). I will keep monitoring manufacturing developments, especially
for less expensive electrics. Unfortunately i am too tall (6'4") for
the Silent electric (assuming the cockpit is the same size as the
Silent petrol).

Key
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Old January 14th 12, 03:01 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
silentpilot
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On Jan 12, 2:07*pm, key wrote:
Guys

..........Unfortunately i am too tall (6'4") for
the Silent electric (assuming the cockpit is the same size as the
Silent petrol).

Key


Hi Key,
did you sit in a silent cockpit?
6'4" or 193 centimeter........... too tall...........
MAYBE YES, MAYBE NOT:
depends on the size of torso vs legs,
I've seen a pilot 187 cm tall trying the cockpit of pure silent and
fitting well with rudder
pedals in the before the last notch adjustable position.
Happy Landings..........

 




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