David,
Thanks for the reply. At present I have an option to join a chap locally who
has a finished aircraft with no engine and instruments in it. He has run out
of cash and enthusiasm. The deal is for me to finish it and we would own
half each. Given that the stages were professionally done I think I have a
bargain in many respects.
The disappointing thing is the wait for the engine which is annoying (8
months) however I have found a source and should have it within 2 months,
for 300 more that Europa charge, if I go for it.
However I have also been offered a brand new 914 turbo boxed not used for
11k available today! Probably a bargain but more than I can afford
unfortunately given the other bits and pieces required.
I am aware of Harry Luck and have left a message for him to ring me back
thanks for that.
I see you are on the Island I love it there and came to the Microlight fly
in there last year. This year will be even bigger with so far 210 microlight
aircraft registered for the event! I have some pics I took on the Island on
my website www.ukmicrolights.com or www.wightparty.org for the event itself
Maybe you could pop down and say hello.
Thanks again
Kevin
----- Original Message -----
From: "Cripps, David" <david.cripps@spsystems.com>
Subject: Re: Advice Request
> Kevin,
>
> For assistance in your project I would strongly recommend you talk to
Matthew Russell/Harry Luck. They have lots of experience in the areas you
describe, are very near the Europa factory and know all the Europa folk
well, and I have found them incredibly helpful, professional and pleasant to
work with.
>
> Matthew's number is 01653 668169. You may need to leave a message as they
are all very 'hands-on', but they will get back to you. Matthew's e-mail is:
m_russell_ltd@breathemail.net
>
> If you want to give me a call for my experiences, I'd be happy to fill you
in.
>
> David Cripps
> GBWJH
> 01983 828124 (day)
> 01983 756237 (eve)
> david.cripps@spsystems.com
>
> -----Original Message-----
> Subject: Advice Request
>
> Dear All,
>
> I am looking for some general advice please if I may.
>
> I am keen to become a Europa owner although unfortunately building isn't
an option due to work and family commitments.
>
> I am therefore looking to become part of a syndicate locally if possible.
I believe I have found an exciting opportunity. A chap I have spoken too has
pretty much completed the whole kit, finished and signed off etc, except for
engine and instruments. I am trying to get an idea of how much it would now
cost to get this lovely machine in the air.
>
> OK so I need to budget for engine and all ancillary parts that's around
12500 inc vat, I believe, if I go for a standard prop. We would need some
help fitting the engine so could someone please suggest someone and any
ideas of how much that might cost and potential hours effort required, and
who could assist. Then instruments and trim, help needed again there, I
understand that could vary depending on individual preference. At that point
can anyone advise the process and again costs for getting it through the
permit and test flying etc. Im just trying to get a very broad view on what
is involved here.
>
> A lot of very open ended questions I know and any advice gratefully
appreciated, probably best off list I guess.
>
> I hope I don't get shot down in flames here for asking too many leading
questions.
>
> Obviously I intend to join the builders club, PFA etc immediately as I
know there is a vast wealth of information already available.
>
> Kind Regards
>
> Kevin
>
> kevin@eastyorkshire.co.uk
>
>
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