I have been recieving, and reading, all the Europa mail for 5 months now
(there certainly is alot). I have really learned much about the this aircraft
just from all the assistance and support people seem to offer each. I have
flown with K.P. in his aircraft at one of the EAA Fly-Ins here in California.
I love the way the aircraft handles and performs. The stability is very
reassuring, as I've only had my PPL for 18 months (starting to work on my tail
dragger endorsement as I type). While I have the desire and ability to build
my own, I may not have the workshop room for a few more years.
My questions arose from a recent E-Mail about someone selling their Europa.
Since these are homebuilts, one of the biggest pluses is the ability to do all
your own maintenance. Would that still be so if you bought one? (FAA's 51%
rule) If not, would regular A&P mechanics be willing to work on the aircraft
considering the liability issues? Do these aircraft increase or decrease in
value with age?
More questions may come up with discussion, but those are the basics I'd like
to know about. Thanks in advance for all the answers and the for all that I've
read so far.
Mike Duane, RHV San Jose, CA
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