I am pleased to announce that Europa XS mono G-JHKP (kit 536) had its first
flight at Dunsfold today in the capable hands of Pete Jeffers. Thankfully
the flight did not show up any significant problems. The systems used on
this short flight all worked, and the stall was benign. "She is a good one"
was Pete's verdict.
G-JHKP is powered by a Rotax 912S and has an Airmaster constant speed
propeller. Empty weight is 864lbs. Build hours add up to a staggering 3600
hours, spread over nine years. The aircraft was painted by Murray Flint, who
did a great job (see the attached pictures).
I would like to thank my inspector, Ron Speer, for the support he has given
me over the past nine years. I would also like to thank Brian Davies for
helping me to get the plane up to a standard where it was ready for its
final inspection.
John Heykoop
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