"Is anyone flying their Porterfield to AirVenture this year? I now own one of two in the state of Wisconsin and am tempted to make the flight for one or two of the days."
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Trevor Burns
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"Yes for metal props the TCDS gives only a couple options but with wood or adjustable hubs by my interpretation you have a very wide scope of options as long as it meets the length and static RPM requirements. We put the current prop on as a test…"
"I have a 72” 50 pitch on mine. Just finished flying the first 10 hours since its last flight in 1965. I can tell you it meets the minimum RPM but really lacks climb performance. Highly suggest something with less pitch. One that note does…"
"Trevor,
Jerri and I are vendors at Oshkosh, "Victory Girl". We will be passing very close to your airport on our way into the show. If possible we would like to stop and see your CP-65. It's always exciting to see another…"
"I have the fiber glass nose on mine as the old one was not salvageable after sitting as a project for 60ish years. Works great!"
"All great information thanks for the help. We had a it of a delay of game as we couldn’t beat winter this past year at the grass strip. I’m happy to report NC27288 is back in action. Flew the first 5 hours on it Wednesday. Need to adjust…"
"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…"
"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."
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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 — 5 Comments
Comment Wall (4 comments)
- 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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