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RV-6A - GBC
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Date: 8-24-2016
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Number of Hours: 2.50
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Brief Description: First Engine Start - Test
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First Engine Start - big day, much anticipated and very important to resolve carefully and successfully.
Trent & Tony joined me for technical expertise, extinguishers, and safety. Trent made a thorough check for preparations, engine fitness, and we reviewed a start plan, communications and goals. Tony added a 2nd set of eyes and photo documentation (video).
1st start was a little rough, and very short. Checked over the engine for leaks, and issues. Reviewed again the start procedure adjustment for a 2nd run. Shut-down included fuel selector shut-off, mixture ICO and throttle to idle.
2nd start was inhibited by selector in OFF position, demonstrating 100% effectiveness. Ran over 1 min, with good Oil PSI, Fuel PSI, Fuel Flow, Alternator function, MAP and consistent temps (CHT/EGT). Oil Temp was not consistent (check P/N definition?). Boost Pump and Mech Pump PSI were good. Normal ICO and Throttle to idle shutdown.
2nd run was also smoother, and did a Mag-Check (Both, L, R) with expected drops.
Ready to investigate RPM wire for EMS, and Oil Temp issues. Then do a complete fuel calibration process.
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Preliminary Engine Check
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2nd Start, some faults
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Post run check
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