REFLECTOR:Testing MGW
Scott
reflector@tvbf.org
Fri, 09 Jan 2004 11:31:22 -0700
How do you test for Max Gross Weight?
As far as structure goes? Unless you test to the breaking point, isn't
that more of a WAG than anything else?
Scott
At 11:15 AM 1/9/2004, you wrote:
>Hi Scott
> That is a good presentation on nose gear leg welding and gussets. It
> answered all my questions. Thanks for modifying my nose gear. The design
> and welding is far superior to the original. We are very pleased. .
>I assume that new type legs are installed on the XL 5. What is the
>max.G.WT. that builders have requested at certification? That weight
>should be flight tested and documented during phase one. I know the
>Velocity company cannot give the approval for such high weights.
>Mack X.L .R.G.tested at 3000G.Wt.