Al,
What is the "tone" you allude to? Your expressed assessment of
responses from other Europa builders seems to put them in the position
of justifying the already unfortunate slanderous charges put forth by
the "No Names". I think not. As I read the responses, it seems quite
clear that the majority of builders understand and accept the vagaries
that inevitably are part of any homebuilt aircraft experience, are
cognizant of the design, construction, and flight issues, and yet at the
same time are cooperatively using this forum in an active effort to
resolve problems and help fellow Europaphites and the manufacturer to
achieve the best possible results.
Conversely, the "No Names" chose to use this forum to vent their
criticisms, however real or perceived, in a manner that is damaging and
counterproductive. Perhaps some will reconsider their situation and
decide to give it another go.
Jim
Al Fuller wrote:
>
> As a potential builder [and more importantly BUYER], it is of interest to
> me to hear of a pattern of false claims from the manufacturer. It is also
> of interest to know that the design is troubling enough on the ground that
> pilots experienced with conventional gear aircraft continue to find it
> difficult-to-impossible to keep the aircraft straight.
>
> It is also enlightening to see group members criticizing others for:
> [1] Having the audacity to criticize the aircraft design we have chosen to
> favor; and
> [2] Sending the criticism anonymously.
>
> The very tone of the responses so far received at this end would appear to
> justify the caution of those offering the criticism.
>
> I would hope that Europa will find a way to accurately portray the
> aircraft, the company, and the process of building what looks to be a good
> machine.
>
> ....[Lurk mode restored, going to warp] .....
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> Alfonso C. Fuller, Jr. mailto:alfuller@webworldinc.com
> Anaheim Hills, CA [Southwestern USA]
> '89 FJ-62, mostly stock. Europa XS to be built......
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