Robin Aiglon R1180TD - pros and cons?
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Wonderful aeroplane. I was a part of an 1180 group for 3 or 4 years.
It cruises at 125kts on about 9-10 galls per hour. Wonderful visibility, handles as you would expect a Robin to handle, is made of metal, has a Lyc 180HP engine. Seats 4 plus a child in the middle rear.
Less brilliantly it has electric flaps. (another thing to go wrong)
Never regretted having a share in one and only changed to a Cherokee 6 when I had a need for 6 seats.
Go for it
It cruises at 125kts on about 9-10 galls per hour. Wonderful visibility, handles as you would expect a Robin to handle, is made of metal, has a Lyc 180HP engine. Seats 4 plus a child in the middle rear.
Less brilliantly it has electric flaps. (another thing to go wrong)
Never regretted having a share in one and only changed to a Cherokee 6 when I had a need for 6 seats.
Go for it
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pianorak
We've had an Aiglon for the past 15 years.
http://flyinginireland.com/eireg.php...tration=EI-bis
so if there's anything we can do to help you, just drop me a line.
the aiglon is a wonderful aircraft and will carry a full load of fuel. 4 adults and a good bit of baggage
there a bit hard to trim but that comes with practice.
We've had an Aiglon for the past 15 years.
http://flyinginireland.com/eireg.php...tration=EI-bis
so if there's anything we can do to help you, just drop me a line.
the aiglon is a wonderful aircraft and will carry a full load of fuel. 4 adults and a good bit of baggage
there a bit hard to trim but that comes with practice.
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I considered buying one once.
The DR400 scored better for me on efficiency, running costs and visibility; unless you simply must have a metal aeroplane.
Several have been scrapped due to spar corrosion. I believe there's an AD on the matter.
The DR400 scored better for me on efficiency, running costs and visibility; unless you simply must have a metal aeroplane.
Several have been scrapped due to spar corrosion. I believe there's an AD on the matter.
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Thanks for all the replies. The one I was interested in was snapped up pronto. Yes, I know about the AD concerning spar corrosion.
Would love to have a DR400 - if I could get hangarage.
Would love to have a DR400 - if I could get hangarage.
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There are quite a few wooden aircraft that stay outdoors. The trick is that they are club machines and are flown very regularly.
I think it is the extended periods of festering damp that do the real damage, and a good airing at regular intervals solves most of the problem.
They used to keep Robins outside at the Rochester club, I believe without too much problem.
Having said that, I think its worth hangaring any aeroplane, as damp also attacks radios, wiring, brakes .....
I think it is the extended periods of festering damp that do the real damage, and a good airing at regular intervals solves most of the problem.
They used to keep Robins outside at the Rochester club, I believe without too much problem.
Having said that, I think its worth hangaring any aeroplane, as damp also attacks radios, wiring, brakes .....
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Pianorak,
Been away so a bit late replying.
The Aiglon is a great aircraft, especially when you consider the ability to carry a reasonable load without having to fly with almost no fuel
I've been flying an Aiglon (in a group) for around 7 years. I am starting to think (dream) about getting my own plane and the Aiglon is definately top of my list.
Happy flying
Aiglon
Been away so a bit late replying.
The Aiglon is a great aircraft, especially when you consider the ability to carry a reasonable load without having to fly with almost no fuel
I've been flying an Aiglon (in a group) for around 7 years. I am starting to think (dream) about getting my own plane and the Aiglon is definately top of my list.
Happy flying
Aiglon
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If you are planning to own an aircraft for more than a few years Hangarage costs will be offset by lower maintenance costs.
French aircraft have a bad reputation when it comes to corrosion and I'v seen a number that have been scrapped because of it so I would not recomend that any French aircraft ( with the exception of a reims cessna) was left outside over a winter.
French aircraft have a bad reputation when it comes to corrosion and I'v seen a number that have been scrapped because of it so I would not recomend that any French aircraft ( with the exception of a reims cessna) was left outside over a winter.