Mike Rhodes - Experimental Aircraft Builder's Log

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Date: 8-11-2010
Number of Hours: 1.40
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Brief Description: 5th Flight Test

Flight Test 5 1.4 hrs Performed stall and speed performance verifications at 3500’, 5500’ and 7500’. Clouds in test area made flight below 5500 ft pretty rough. Verified following numbers: 5500 ft. PWR: 75% 65% 55% TAS: 180 mph 167 mph 162 mph 7500 ft PWR: 71% (23” MP & 2300 RPM): TAS: 185 mph Performed stall series at 3500 ft 20 Deg Flap, 55 mph IAS Full Flap: 50 mph TAS

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