REFLECTOR: Precautionary landing near St. Louis

[Dave Philipsen]

Thanks, Scott.  I will get that exhaust pipe checked out. Fortunately 
there were no signs of overheating under the cowling possibly because I 
reduced power fairly quickly.

I also appreciate the confirmation on parts sales.  I don't think it 
would have been a problem had the part been in stock.  The gentleman I 
spoke with was very reasonable and I'm sure we would have got it worked 
out.

Dave

Scott Baker wrote:
> Dave,
> Thanks for your report.  Happy to learn that your flight resulted in a safe 
> landing.
> A broken exhaust can lead to other problems, namely an engine fire.  High 
> heat caused by an engine fire can do a lot of damage, including melting of 
> the aileron control cables.
> Welded mending of a broken exhaust system needs to be done right.  If the 
> repair shop that did the repair is not an exhaust specialist, I recommend 
> the exhaust be removed and inspected by a specialist and determined to be 
> airworthy before further flight.
> Regarding the factory policy on parts sales - I have clarified with our 
> people (and will do so again) that the factory offers parts support for all 
> Velocity aircraft owners.
> Sincerely,
> Scott B.
>