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Old 03-11-2006 | 06:35 AM
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can my plane be flown w/ out the spinner on the prop?
also if i do will it cause any damage?
its a electric plane and is the gws spitfire.
any help or input will help
thanks
Old 03-11-2006 | 08:26 AM
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steveo_4192003,
Sure you can fly without the spinner.

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Old 03-11-2006 | 08:26 AM
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No harm will come to you or your airplane from flying without a spinner. It should not make your plane tail heavy either. However, check it's balance.
Old 03-11-2006 | 02:55 PM
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Steve,
In the fuel arena a I believe AMA requires a spinner of some sort for safety reasons.
This requirement is met with something as simple as an acorn nut.
Something rounded on the front to minimize damage if someone is hit.
Now you must decide if your electric is powerful enough to need this safety feature.
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Old 03-11-2006 | 07:12 PM
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thank you all, you input is very helpful!
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Old 03-12-2006 | 04:09 AM
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It is not your first plane, is it?

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