bob turner
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Here is something I know little about. We just got one back from the restorer, and it was drop-dead gorgeous. I was very cautious, and eased in to the project. It did not land precisely like a J3, so I figured it would take a couple of pattern hours before I was really ready to teach landings in it.
I got seven landings in it, but still do not have a "feel" for the aircraft. I may not get the chance, because somebody else put it on its back. I did not see the accident.
Is there something about this aircraft that I should know? For instance, what happens when you ditch that strange Stearman-like tailwheel for a standard Scott? Do all J4s have a reputation for nose heavy, or should one leave off such neat things as metal props and starter motors?
I was sure I would be comfortable after maybe two hours of solid pattern work. I have heard that these things were used as basic trainers. Any knowledgable J4 nuts out there?
I got seven landings in it, but still do not have a "feel" for the aircraft. I may not get the chance, because somebody else put it on its back. I did not see the accident.
Is there something about this aircraft that I should know? For instance, what happens when you ditch that strange Stearman-like tailwheel for a standard Scott? Do all J4s have a reputation for nose heavy, or should one leave off such neat things as metal props and starter motors?
I was sure I would be comfortable after maybe two hours of solid pattern work. I have heard that these things were used as basic trainers. Any knowledgable J4 nuts out there?
