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Pedota
6th Apr 2006, 12:25
I am looking to buy a Grumman Tiger AA-5B for private use and am in discussions with an owner. Does anyone have any insights or comments about these aircraft? I am especially interested in things I should look out for – both operationally and from a maintenance point of view.
Many thanks
Pedota :ok:
Newforest
6th Apr 2006, 13:43
http://www.pprune.org/forums/showthread.php?t=215610&highlight=AA.5a+cHEETAH
Probably get a lot of info. from this recent thread.
jammydonut
6th Apr 2006, 14:03
The Tiger was one of the first A/c to have laminated wings containing the fuel tanks....check the trailing edges to see if has been riveted...
The Messiah
6th Apr 2006, 14:34
.....also no direct nosewheel steering but overall a fantastic little aeroplane.
Pedota
6th Apr 2006, 23:01
The comments are very much appreciated . . . and Newforest, that link is great!!
Thankyou
Pedota:ok:
the wizard of auz
7th Apr 2006, 06:18
Check for corrosion on that big round wing spar. a very exxy fix if it has any, and they are known for it.
Hi, Ring this number and ask for John Reid 0064 6 8674684, he will tell you all you need to know.
Pedota
10th Apr 2006, 13:34
I've just picked up this post and I'll give John a call in the morning.
Regards
Pedota :ok:
The Tiger was one of the first A/c to have laminated wings containing the fuel tanks....check the trailing edges to see if has been riveted...
Bonded, not laminated. There's a big difference.
And actually the Traveller had them long before the Tiger came along.