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Hello Jim, Something similar happened to me a few years ago. I was on my bush wheels and had just changed back to the standard wheels. My mistake was that the washer installed on the Phoenix (mine is 49U15) has an orientation (marker). If you flip it you create a risk that the washer is in contact with the cage of the bearing and your're actually tightening the nut when you roll forward on you RH wheel. This is leading to a fracture probably right after the thread at the weakest point. Is this the same that happened to you? Fly safely, Andreas
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Result: no damage (other than the axle). Haven't flown the Phoenix for a few months, too busy flying the EB29R in the World Championships (6th place- Open Class). Swapped out the regular wheel and tire for the large wheel and bush tire (26 inch). May have over torqued the axle nut. Did not install the wheel cover bolt which in retrospect fills the hollow end of the axle, and provides additional strength. While taxiing, heard a faint "pop" through the headset. Thought, that's weird, haven't heard anything like that before. Pulled into a nearby tie down spot, shut down, got out, and found the broken axle. Nothing was keeping the wheel and tire from falling off. If this had happened on take off or landing...... Lots of damage. I will place an order for both axles and a couple of brake discs with Kaspar in Prague. Kaspar builds the wheels and brake systems for the Phoenix. The purpose of this note is to make everyone aware of the potential problem, and ask if anyone needs brake parts which I can order and piggyback onto my order with them. I think that perhaps the Boulder group had a similar occurrence a few years ago? Cheers, Jim
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Very cool! Thanks for sharing.
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How is this for a lucky find ... my Phoenix was captured on Google Earth - and I had the camera running at the same time:
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Does anyone offer training on the AMT200S? I am based in Massachusetts, and I have an aircraft, but would be interested either in travelling to train, or have someone come to me. Thanks for your help.
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I recently received an email from JMB regarding the VNE limitation bulletin from Pure Flight. After very nice correspondence regarding correcting some of their information on record (mobile number and serial number), and my reinforcement that Phoenix owners appreciate JMB supporting existing aircraft, there was the following paragraph from JMB. “At JMB Aircraft, we are currently trying to piece together the history and once again bring the customers together for the future. We know from the VL3 how important it is to have great communication with our customers. I hope that we will be back in touch in the very near future with some updates on the way forward for the Phoenix Blue skies & best regards Paul Oxenham Aftersales Manager” Nothing promised, but somewhat encouraging.
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Greetings all, I've been working with a new Ximango owner that is trying to ferry #134 from Colorado to Georgia and is having issues with the electric fuel pump. Does anyone know who manufactured this pump? It has an Aeromot part number on it, but I doubt Aeromot made the pump. Here's a photo:
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I recently installed the turbulator tape on the vertical stab and wings. With only a couple of flights experience, I notice the increased responsiveness of the rudder (mostly on takeoff) and some improvement in roll response. I don’t understand how it could improve stall characteristics, but I think I noticed improved control in slow-flight and 1-3Kt reduction in stall speed (both short and long wings). I had installed the elevator gap tape long ago, and that was a significant improvement in thermalling speed pitch control. On the other hand, these zig-zag tape changes are subtle, but nice changes - or maybe it’s a placebo effect. Any other before and after experiences? Good flying, Jamey Jacobs s/n 18
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Garmin GTN 750 WAAS GPS/NAV/COMM 14/28 VDC P/N 011-02282-00 S/N 1ZA027114.This unit will come with fresh FAA form 8130-3. Come with tray, backplate with new installation kit, new GA-35 antenna, NAV data card. Price: $6,700 Robert Pilcher rpilcher120@gmail.com 13624 SW 119th Ave, Miami, FL 33186
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The OT sender is the same wires, IIRC. The OP sender requires a couple of new ones. No big deal. I'll PM you with some other information.
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I have an almost new Avionic trailer custom made for the U-15 available for sale. Call if interested. (303)587-0174
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Thanks Barry I had my exhaust repaired but i will keep him in mind in the future
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@HiFlite Thanks for this information. I am contemplating this upgrade on my Ximango where I don't have a lot of confidence in either the temp or pressure accuracy. What sort of wiring changes are needed to complete the upgrade? Was it relatively plug and play with the existing wiring?
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Wanted to buy an AMS Carat in good conditions. If you are interested please send me as much information about the plane as you have.
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Paul.Oxenham@jmbaircraft.com Is the after sales support person at JMB. He got me some parts recently very promptly. But I don’t know what the US distribution situation is….
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Gents, Do any of you know where I can get a new exhaust for my Phoenix? One of the pipes has rusted and is leaking. Any help is appreciated. George Feldman N33GF
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Garmin GTN 750XI PN: 011-04634-00 Full Kit With 8130
John Kirby posted an ad in Aircraft Parts & Accessories
GARMIN GTN 750XI Includes connector kit, rack, backplate, config module, antenna and database card. CURRENT 8130 DATED: 27/FEB/2023 PN: 011-04634-00 SN: 5FR004089 As Removed. Item Sold As Is. 90 day warranty. Asking $10,000 John Kirby 5908 C 41st Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136 360-358-7245 bigkirbyte@gmail.com -
Garmin GNS 530W Excellent Used Condition. Comes with tray, antenna, and install kit. Looks and works like a brand new unit. Askig $5,000 John Kirby 5908 C 41st Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136 360-358-7245 bigkirbyte@gmail.com
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Garmin GTN 650 Excellent Used Condition. Comes complete with antenna, install kit and tray. Asking $6,000 John Kirby 5908 C 41st Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136 360-358-7245 bigkirbyte@gmail.com
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Garmin GTN 750 GPS/NAV/COM with 8130. Unit is in excellent condition and functions flawlessly. Lense and faceplate are free from imperfections. Current software version. Unit was removed for upgrades. Listing includes: – GTN 750 with 8130 – New GA35 GPS WAAS Antenna – New new install kit – New mounting rack – New backplate – Data card – 1 month database & 3 months Garmin pilot Asking $7,000 John Kirby 5908 C 41st Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136 360-358-7245 bigkirbyte@gmail.com
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Continued Airworthiness with JMB Aircraft
mikeschumann replied to Ed Babovec's topic in Phoenix S-LSA Motorglider
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JMB Aircraft statement regarding Phoenix U15 operations The following pertains to Phoenix U-15's with USA serial numbers 01 - 67. "JMB Aircraft feels it is necessary to clarify that, having taken over the production of the Phoenix U15, we will not look after the airworthiness of the current fleet. The same situation occurred when JMB Aircraft took over production of the VL3. The first 99 were produced by Aveko, but to this day receive great service from us. However, we cannot guarantee the airworthiness of an aircraft which we have not produced. We are happy to maintain supply of spare parts and assist current customers with any issues that they may have, but airworthiness remains the responsibility of the original producer. We have been asked many questions about a recent accident involving a Phoenix aircraft in Europe. The investigation of this accident is ongoing and we will release a statement when the investigation is complete. As part of the investigation response, we have already made some modifications to the new version of the Phoenix. The first production aircraft will fly in the next week or so, and depending on the results, we will make a decision on whether to offer this upgrade to existing customers. If you have any questions regarding this statement, please contact aftersales@jmbaircraft.com." Best regards Paul Oxenham Aftersales Manager JMB Aircraft s.r.o. m: +420 77 11 55 748 w: www.jmbaircraft.com e: paul.oxenham@jmbaircraft.com
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I also spoke with EarthX last November. Our low numbers makes an STC too expensive per airplane. A field approval looks like the only recourse.
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Stratos policy change: rocket replacement required with chute repack
Jim Lee replied to Gfeldman's topic in Phoenix S-LSA Motorglider
All I can do is laugh at this question from Dennis and Stratos 07. Because as I have told Dennis, Josef Straka at Stratos 07 has produced every parachute system for every Phoenix in North and South America. So his company knows the answer to line lengths. When I would order a Phoenix, I would pay Josef directly and he would ship the parachute to Phoenix Air, and I would use a rocket from my explosive cache, along with the trigger hardware. The parachute, handle and cable, and the empty rocket canister would be installed by Phoenix Air in Czech, and I would install the rocket in the USA, due to shipping problems with a rocket onboard. The deployment handle, cable, and trigger are installed by Phoenix Air. The cable runs through the channel at your left shoulder, along with wires to the panel. A new trigger-cable-handle cannot be replaced without cutting out the old cable, running a new cable, and attaching the trigger and handle. Owners cannot do this. There is no reason for this to be replaced. It doesn't go bad. As to rocket life, Josef sent this to me: "But good news is that we made many tests with the rockets. We found very interesting results. Our rockets are not as BRS rockets. Our rockets power, thrust does not decrease with age, conversely the thrust (power) grows with the age. So we extends temporarily the lifetime of some rocket engines from 6 to 12 years for the rocket engines Magnum 450, Magnum 600, Magnum 1000 Magnum 1500 with effect from 1.5.2015 until further notice. The customer is therefore obliged to submit only the parachute and other components of the Rescue System for checking up after 5 or 6 years, while keeping the rocket engine saved. All the process of transport and revision is really easier than. But it is required to send beforehand a photo of the engine to our company with the information, in which environment the rocket engine has been operated and on how it has been maintained. If everything is all right, we can proceed the revision just for parachute. (And also for the Kevlar/aramid lines, that you use for Phoenix). And the customer can keep the rocket." I guess "until further notice" has now arrived and Josef has changed his tune for some reason. I know this doesn't help answer George's question, it is just here fyi. So the next time someone removes the parachute from the plane, please measure the bridle length so that we can tell Stratos 07 how to manufacture their product since their own records are incomplete.
