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Old 17th October 2006 | 13:58
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HAL-26
 
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From: Beechy Bucks
Sorry its taken me so long to congratulate you, S205-18F, on joining the ranks of Luton aviators!

Having spent about 100 hours over the past couple of years jammed twix fuselage and wing (only people who've tried to enter a Luton will understand that!), I know how much fun you'll be having!

One piece of pertinant advice though that was drummed into me when I first bought my aeroplane. PLEASE use a picket to tie the tail down when starting, even if you've got the stick tied back. The Luton has a tailwheel weight of only 22 pounds, and its amazing how fast the tail will come up if you've got too many revs.

I escaped the fate, but I've seen two other Minors with cropped propellors in the past two years!

How about a "rookie's tale" for the Luton Minor website www.lutonminor.com ?

PS. I can fully recommend Henlow Flying CLub and CFI Joe Wrights patience in a bouncing Tiger Moth too!
Steve
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