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Old 4th Jun 2003, 20:42
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On a similar vein, does anyone know of any cases of structural failure of a Tipsy Nipper? I regularly aerobat one, sticking to within its limits (+4g on a permit/No inverted system therefore no negative). I gather the wing is immensely strong.
I have read the 'Tipsy Nipper Story' book and it mentions quite a few fatals, but I believe all due either to mishandling/bad luck after engine failure or low-level aeros. I can't find any mention of structural failure.
Any more info would be appreciated.

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