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Old 06-08-2003 | 07:51 PM
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Default Sig LT .40 with OS .40fx

Being a local pilot and flying at about 6000'-- I can say for sure that you don't have enough engine.

It's going to take at least a good 46 to fly your plane decent. An FX 46 or a TT Pro 46 would have been a better choice. You won't be able to do a loop with that engine. And if you get into trouble- you won't have the power you need to get out. If you need to abort a landing- then you might be in trouble.

Sorry to burst your bubble- but thats an honest answer from a guy who flies in Denver. Been flying for about 5 years now and I've seen plenty of underpowered trainers. Not pretty.

What hobby shop sold you that plane and engine combo?? You should try to exchange it for a bigger engine.

If you decide to keep the engine and fly with it; then be mindful of your airspeed on landing approaches. If you go to abort a landing- then power up and give it a chance to gain as much airspeed as possible before pulling back on the elevator. Keep your climb angle as low as possible or you will stall. You just don't have enough engine to horse the plane off the runway or make any sudden moves at low altitude.

Good luck