Empirical observational would suggest there is a serious problem with the engine concerned.
Would I send my wife, son or daughter on a scenic flight in a Jabiru powered craft.............???
NO, NO ,NO!!! (wife maybe in 20 years time....)
Would I as a 15,000+ hour pilot who has flown gliders and all things aeronautical own or operate one of these things????
NO!!! Flying is The art of managing risk, not playing Russian Roulette.
Since time immemorial , "ya get wot ya pay for"
What is most concerning is not the CASA response, but the lack of endeavour from the manufacturer to address glaring issues with the product.
While I am not a fan of these goverment d--kheads, perhaps this is the kick in the arse needed to get the Jabiru horse in motion.
Last edited by illusion; 13th Nov 2014 at 19:03.