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Re: First Flight!

Subject: Re: First Flight!
From: Craig M Ellison <ellisonair@juno.com>
Date: Fri, 6 Apr 2001 20:07:38
Congratulations Bruce and Suzy!!! What a great feeling that must be.  I
am looking forward to that day, but have quite a ways to go.  Happy skys.

Craig Ellison
A205

writes:
>Another one takes to the air FINALLY!
>    April 2, 2001 at Europa in Lakeland, FL(USA) a Europa XS monowheel 
>914 leaped into the air several seconds before her startled pilot was 
>expecting it. The first flight was short with the typical problem of 
>overheating but it was a marvelous first. For all you other Europa 
>dreamers keep the faith and it will happen!
>    Two days later the overheating has been alleviated to a great 
>extent and the numerous electrical problems seem to have been solved 
>by a new battery. Landings have been a bit dicey but we live to tell 
>the tale.
>    Witnessed by Andy, Neville, Keith, and Jimmy Thursby as well as my 
>very patient partner Suzy. Russell Lepre and Bob Berube at 
>Flightcrafters were instrumental in their assistance and 
>encouragement. 
>     Hope to see everyone at Sun N'Fun.  
>    Bruce & Suzy Armstrong kit 121A  N121XS


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