RE: Structural failure/ Extreme elevator flutter on Somenzini 72" Yak?
deweyd,
I concur with you that the plane flies great...and, applaud you for coming back to extend your apologies. But, you know, stuff happens... Let me give you an example. I've been reading this thread, right? Now, I decide to check the elevators on my Yak for play. Guess what? There was play and plenty of it. Why? Because the "Gorilla Glue" I used to secure the hinge pins supplied with the kit has begun to give. The elevator itself is now slipping in and out off the pin by a 1/16". Is that a Structural Failure? Heck NO! It's builder error. Perhaps, I should have used epoxy as Wayne and Quique recommended. Now, I don't know how long that condition has existed, but it hasn't fluttered yet. Go figure. I guess I haven't gotten to the bottom of my "Good Luck" bag.
Roy