Noted at Tibenham oh Thursday 18th September was the unique and
interesting Edgley EA-9 Optimist Glider BGA4093 / HPJ.
It is constructed using a material called FIBRELAM which is a board
material with fibre skins with honeycombe infil. Although other kits
were constructed this is the only example to have been completed..
Apparently it is at Tibenham for an experiment this weekend by some
University to attach 16 Electric motors and propellors to the wing
leading edges
A couple of images were taken of it on the runway prior to an aerotow
in normal configuration. It stands out from the crowd as it is bright
green overall with yellow trim
Side view
Edgley EA-9 Optimist, BGA 4093, Private
Cockpit panel
Edgley EA-9 Optimist, BGA 4093, Private
Hope this is of interest
Keith