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Posted By:
Hal Brown
Date Posted:
Oct 10, 2007
Description:
My SeaRey flew yesterday. October 9th, for the first time without incident. Engine temps were running warm and may require some adjustments to radiator, air flow and/or mount, but otherwise flew nicely according to the test pilot, Jim Ratte. He went to 1500' and 75 mph cruise speed. More test flying in a few days. On the third flight (after testing the landing gear deploy and retraction on the second) he'll see if it floats.
I began this project looking for Part A to bolt to Part B five and a half years ago. I was looking for a challenge with some education and pleasure mixed in. It's been a real pleasure, with a new subject to learn each time I began a new area (for example: fabric covering, wiring, bleeding brakes, etc.). One subject I've yet to learn is how to fly this amphibian, and I need to take the factory training before I can (safely) fly.
Many folks too numerous to list have lent a hand--for which I am grateful, and who offered encouragement, which I needed since I began to run out of steam toward the end--but most of all I thank Ann who never once said 'do you have to work on that thing again?' (Nor, 'Why don't you go downstairs to work on that thing?')
I also thank PA and STS'ers for tons of help, advice and guidance over the 5.5 years!
Frank
* Note: 'Second Chance' is the name I selected for the airplane, naming it after Ann who's maiden name is Chance, and since the 30 pounds of parachute I added offers this opportunity. As far as the FAA is concerned, Second Chance will be known as 'Experimental N813GP', a number selected with the help of grand children: 'August 13th (my BD), Gulf (where I live) Papa'
Date Taken:
Oct 10, 2007
Place Taken:
KMLB
Owner:
Frank A. Carr
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Category:
222, First Flights
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Steve Gromak - Oct 10,2007
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Great job Frank, now it's time to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Definately put lots of time in with Kerrry or Paige, time and money well spent!
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Dan Nickens - Oct 10,2007
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Great timing, Frank. Just in time for the best flying weather in the world! Congratulations.
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John Spratt - Oct 10,2007
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Congratulations on the completion! Now the fun starts!
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Jon Ladd - Oct 10,2007
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Excellent! I look forward to seeing you in the air.
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Dennis Scearce - Oct 10,2007
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Congratulations Frank. I know you are glad you stuck with it. Start saying this until you wake up at night saying it: 'Gear down for land. Gear up for water'. Never make another landing in anything without thinking about your gear position as often as your flap position.
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Randy Wilder - Oct 10,2007
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Outstanding! Ain't it a great feeling to have it in the air? Every time I get airborne now, I catch myself remembering when it was just a dream.
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Dennis Vogan - Oct 10,2007
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Frank, it's been a long and enjoyable journey for you, but just wait 'til you're in the left seat. You'll sport that SeaRey grin and will never want wheels again. Congrats and enjoy.<br /><br />What you gonna build next?
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Frank A. Carr - Oct 10,2007
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Thanks all for your comments and encouragement.
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Kenneth Leonard - Oct 10,2007
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Great job Frank! Hope we get to share some flying soon.
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Bruno Grondin - Oct 10,2007
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Yup, like Dennis just sais yes it is more fun to land on water than land wow...by the way how do you say land on water in english ? In french we say ammerire<br /><br />FUlicitation Frank...
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Bruce Bennett - Oct 10,2007
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Bruno, I would call it a splash-in......but another name is alighting on the water. Congratulations Frank, it's a beautiful color and design.......enjoy!! Judy
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Frank A. Carr - Oct 11,2007
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Bruno Grondin - Oct 11,2007
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Judy, alighting is a very beautiful word from now on I'm alighting on water...wow....hhahaha<br /><br />Bruno
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Frank A. Carr - Oct 11,2007
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Thanks Bruno, <br />I had to look up FUlicitation; in English it means 'good wishes for a special occasion'. I like it! I will use the <br />word.
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John Robert Dunlop - Oct 11,2007
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Great work Frank! Like the colours! I'm about 6 months behind you I think..
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Ed Irizarry - Oct 12,2007
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Frank-in care is til running warm ;<br />1-Radiator coolant level-full?<br />2-1:1 water (distilled) coolant ratio?<br />3-I like using overflow bottle-keeps pressure down,system full.<br />4-Good water pump?<br />5-Good sensor conection?<br />6-Passenger not 36-34-36 blue eyed blonde?
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