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Old 10th Apr 2008, 12:30   #21 (permalink)
 
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Not sure what the At3 is like for room
The seats and rudder pedals are not adjustable. There is a cushion that can be placed behind anyone with short legs who may not be able to reach the pedals. Not a problem for you methinks! Other than that the cockpit is very roomy. I think there is a weight limit of 14st for any individual occupant so that may be a problem for some.
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Old 10th Apr 2008, 15:44   #22 (permalink)
 
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thanks for the replies people..
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Old 11th Apr 2008, 12:52   #23 (permalink)
 
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I think there is a weight limit of 14st for any individual occupant so that may be a problem for some.
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Old 11th Apr 2008, 14:32   #24 (permalink)
 
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im under 14 stone but surely its under 28stone combined?
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Old 11th Apr 2008, 15:54   #25 (permalink)
 
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im under 14 stone but surely its under 28stone combined?
Not wishing to give out duff info I have checked what I had been told and there is no such restriction. The useful load of AT-3 is 511lb so if you make an allowance for fuel weight you can derive the maximum weight for occupants. There is not a restriction per se on an individuals weight provided it falls within the overall weight restriction. Sorry if I originally misinformed. It's what I had been told. Perhaps the lesson to be learned (for me) is not to accept anything without first checking.
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Old 12th Apr 2008, 11:10   #26 (permalink)
 
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being 6ft 1 and 17st i will alas be far to big
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Old 12th Apr 2008, 14:04   #27 (permalink)
 
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Anyway I should soon be ready to start lessons. (Although I have a police advance driving course coming up so common sense says wait until after this as studing Roadcraft and Air pilots manuals at the same time might be a bit much).
you'll be fine! i was in 5th year when i learnt with 5 highers and learning to drive! lol

relating to height though im 6ft and theres plenty of room to spare!
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Old 12th Apr 2008, 22:16   #28 (permalink)
 
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The useful load of AT-3 is 511lb
Sounds pretty useful.

As far as the original question goes - I'm over 6ft and no lightweight and I've flown the 150 plenty - find a short instructor so they have their seat forward, that way shoulders and elbows can overlap.
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