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    Vortex Generators

    By the way...getting to the nitty gritty..g loading is usually designed into the plans after extensive mechanical testing by the designer. There are numerous articles written on how to structural test but it is done before covering. Also..when flutter testing one needs to know how to mitigate...
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    Vortex Generators

    Sounds sarcastic. No room for that on a forum. But...seriously...if the bird is brought to me with an ammended test area...I'd be happy too.
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    Vortex Generators

    The wings are canted forward for better cg placement. The cabin width is 39 inches. Same as a Tri Pacer and many others. I am just starting to explore the flight envelope on mine that was built by another in 1991. Basic handling us extremely good and landing this tail dragger is a breeze...
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    Free Cygnet Plans For Educational Project

    Check with the EAA. There are high schools that build airplanes as a credit course for graduation. The EAA would know who could put them to good use.
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    Buying a "Project"

    I have purchased several projects and a cpl completed birds. You need to know what you're looking at and what to look for. Learn all you can about the aircraft (or a reasonable amount) before you set out to purchase. There are things that carry over from bird to bird. Look for high quality...
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  13. 1991 Cygnet SF 2A

    1991 Cygnet SF 2A

    Cygnet SF 2A Empty Wt. 665 lbs Gross Wt. 1100 lbs Great Plains 2180
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    Cygnet

    A quick question....what prop and engine combination are you using? I have a Great Plains 2180 with a Prince P tip 60x35 installed. Thanks
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    Cygnet

    Beautiful Cygnet! Mine is really really yellow!! Just look for the glow coming over the horizon.
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    Cygnet

    OK. I'd be glad to post photos here or send them to you. Now...how do I post them here? I can also be reached at [email protected] I'm in Central Lower Michigan
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    Cygnet

    Do you have his contact info? Mine is [email protected] or 616.350.1463. Thank You I'm in Central Lower Michigan
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    New to this site....

    Hello. Just wanted to quick intro myself. My name is Doran ( really) and I reside in Saranac, Mich. USA. Based at Y70 I recently bought a Cygnet SF 2A. Have a cpl hrs on it in the last week so getting to know it. Brand new engine so flying her conservatively for now. 30 + years...
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    Cygnet

    Very nice video. Thanks for sharing!
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    Cygnet

    She flys even better!!
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