Well, after two months of ownership, and never having even ridden in or flown
an Ercoupe, I got a couple hours in today (with my CFI).
Poor old soul has its tail drooping about 5 inches, a generator that will not
charge until you get the rpms up to 2400, CHT that don't work, fuel valve that
will not shut off, window welting so worn and missing the windows will hardly
slide, as well as a few other squawks. Despite all that, she got me off the
ground and back again more than a half dozen times.
First impressions are that the climb rate is nothing to brag about when
probably overloaded, and my skills in landing after being away for over 18
years really sucks. I suspect coming in too fast is the problem, will have to
work on better landings if I don't finish tearing the main gear off first.
Despite all that, I really enjoyed the afternoon in the air and looking forward
to many more.
