"One more comment you may be able to use. Hot starts are always a pain. Especially at the pump when you want to get going or head for the barn. I have found very good luck with hot starts by shutting off the fuel and letting the…"
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"I'm a bit late in this conversation but I wanted to say that Andy has given some great advice for a new Porterfield owner. The CP-65 is the sweetest flying airplane that I have ever had the pleasure to fly. One thing you may want to…"
"Thank you for getting another Skinny Bird flying, Trevor!
The Collegiate is very similar to the Champ and Cub taxiing and taking off. Landing, it is best to come in a bit high and slip as needed, or carry some power. Like the Cub & Champ, 60mph…"
Looking for Tips on Flying the CP65
I’m days away from getting our 1940 Porterfield C65 airworthy after not flying since the 1960’s. I am seeking any advice from those with experience flying the skinny bird.We do not have anyone in my area familiar with the type for a formal check out so at this point I am planning to just take it out like I stole from Dad’s garage. Insurance is fine with my total tail wheel time( predominately in a Stinson 108-1)but they want 10 hours in type first before coverage begins.Worst case senecio as an…See More
"https://www.barnstormers.com/classified-1765676-Porterfield.html?catid=21411
Seems like a deal if you are open to a rodeo with…"
"Well mine was just up the road outside Green Bay, WI so no worries. Hoping to do it’s first flight in a few weeks. Just got it running again this week. Based on the records my best guess is it hasn't seen the air since the 1960’s."
"I have a copy of a pilot manual and maintenance manual and that is it so any additional information you might have would be fantastic!"
"You're welcome, Trevor! I have other drawings, too, if you need any."
"Thanks a lot! Figured I would have to go that route, not a big deal but it’s always nice to find one on a shelf, one the the struts has some airworthy but ugly repairs which really takes away from the rest of the ground up restoration. "
"I just emailed you a drawing for the front strut, in case you end up having to make your own."
"Also, is there anyone that might have a replacement front RH wing strut?"
"Cool! Another lady returned aloft! What are her N# and serial #?
I haven't heard of anyone ever installing VGs on any Porterfields before, so you'd be a pioneer, if you decide to dance to very long song with the FAA for a field approval.…"
"Thanks Andy,
No, I did not buy Roger’s airplane. I’m finishing the the paperwork for a ground up restoration on a 1940 LP65 that has been converted to a CP65. Not sure that it will make it to Oshkosh, but we shall see. Also, Has anyone…"
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Looking for Tips on Flying the CP65
I’m days away from getting our 1940 Porterfield C65 airworthy after not flying since the 1960’s. I am seeking any advice from those with experience flying the skinny bird.
We do not have anyone in my area familiar with the type for a formal check out so at this point I am planning to just take it out like I stole from Dad’s garage. Insurance is fine with my total tail wheel time( predominately in a Stinson 108-1)but they want 10 hours in type first before coverage… Continue
We do not have anyone in my area familiar with the type for a formal check out so at this point I am planning to just take it out like I stole from Dad’s garage. Insurance is fine with my total tail wheel time( predominately in a Stinson 108-1)but they want 10 hours in type first before coverage… Continue
Posted on September 1, 2022 at 8:18pm — 3 Comments
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- At 10:48am on July 5, 2022,
Andy Gelston said…
You're welcome, Trevor! I have other drawings, too, if you need any.
- At 10:37am on July 5, 2022,
I just emailed you a drawing for the front strut, in case you end up having to make your own.
- At 9:54am on July 5, 2022,
Cool! Another lady returned aloft! What are her N# and serial #?
I haven't heard of anyone ever installing VGs on any Porterfields before, so you'd be a pioneer, if you decide to dance to very long song with the FAA for a field approval. The modified M-6 airfoil stalls straight ahead just under 40mph, but cruises close to 100, so I'm not sure how much benefit the VGs will provide.
Where did you get your A&P?
- At 6:11am on July 5, 2022,
Welcome to our wee club for the skinny birds, Trevor! Did you buy Roger Allen's old girl? Will you be bringing her to Oshkosh? It's been years since we've had a Collegiate or Flyabout represented there. There's lots of good info in the blogs and forum, and informative photos in the pictures and videos.
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