Gavin did you have the O-200 engin?2000andmore wrote: ↑Mon Aug 10, 2020 3:26 pmI flew her for 15 years and had loads of fun. A very good and reliable little aircraft.
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Re: Drakensburg - Wild Coast - Hluhluwe flying
Hi Neville,
BLX has a Continental C85. Quite adequate for the job and leaves the Cubs far behind
The Taylorcraft has a NACA 23012 airfoil which is the secret to its "speed" and good flying characteristics. The Cessna Citation and Caravan and many other successful aircraft still use it.
It's nice to see you having fun in a Taylorcraft.
Best regards,
Gavin
BLX has a Continental C85. Quite adequate for the job and leaves the Cubs far behind

The Taylorcraft has a NACA 23012 airfoil which is the secret to its "speed" and good flying characteristics. The Cessna Citation and Caravan and many other successful aircraft still use it.
It's nice to see you having fun in a Taylorcraft.
Best regards,
Gavin
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Glen Dell used to own her before the rebuild by Tim Kearton. Seen here with her original registration on what is now the golf course at Cathedral Peak Hotel. Glen was on his way to the Margate airshow.
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Wow what a blast from the past2000andmore wrote: ↑Tue Aug 11, 2020 11:15 amGlen Dell used to own her before the rebuild by Tim Kearton. Seen here with her original registration on what is now the golf course at Cathedral Peak Hotel. Glen was on his way to the Margate airshow.


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I'm reluctant to ask this; but in this photo (above) the engine appears to be running and there are still stones/rocks under the wheels...strange?
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BLX never had an electric starter, so "chocks" and a prop swing were required. I guess whoever took the photo was the starter 

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Ah, that makes sense, then: thanks, Gavin.
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Re: Drakensburg - Wild Coast - Hluhluwe flying
I looks like there is someone inside though.2000andmore wrote: ↑Wed Aug 12, 2020 5:28 pmBLX never had an electric starter, so "chocks" and a prop swing were required. I guess whoever took the photo was the starter![]()

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