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dlposey-atlanta(at)earthl
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 Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2009 1:20 pm Post subject: electric system for round the world flight |
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Bob, I am assisting a friend with his RV8 that he will fly around the
world. Engine is Lyc O-360 (new) with fuel injection, oem alternator,
Vac pad B&C 8amp pm alternator, 2 batteries, one oem mag and one
Lightspeed electronic ignition. Panel will be typical glass stuff
w/autopilot, two axis. What are your recommendations for the electrical
system?
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walter.fellows(at)gmail.c
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| Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2009 7:35 pm Post subject: electric system for round the world flight |
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I flew a Cessna 210 from New York to Hawaii, Christmas Island and the Cooke Islands and a return in 1984. This included many long overwater segments (up to 14 hours). I was relatively inexperienced and encountered electrical problems on the last leg from Hilo to San Jose partly at night. It turned out to be a loose nut for the field wire at the alternator and it was unnerving to watch the lights flicker for a few hours.
I would highly recommend Z-14. Even if he chooses not to have the long overwater segments, getting repairs in remote places can be difficult and a fully redundant system may well come in handy.
He should also not set out over water until he has flown the system for long extended periods over land without constant radio communication to make sure everything is working well. I choose the great plains from Indiana to Colorado Springs, which can be traversed without crossing any real traffic area. He also should have an HF or sat phone with proven ability to communicate with ATC (ARINC and the the other controlling agencies). He should also pay attention to survival, it is not that dangerous of a trip for an experienced pilot who understands survival techniques.
Walter Fellows
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Bob, I am assisting a friend with his RV8 that he will fly around the world. Engine is Lyc O-360 (new) with fuel injection, oem alternator, Vac pad B&C 8amp pm alternator, 2 batteries, one oem mag and one Lightspeed electronic ignition. Panel will be typical glass stuff w/autopilot, two axis. What are your recommendations for the electrical system?
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