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September 2022 Blog Posts (1)

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

Added by Trevor Burns on September 1, 2022 at 8:18pm — 5 Comments

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