New to me RV-6

[Michael White]

Originally Posted by Henryrifle

Michael, do you know Tammy the previous owner or the builder, Kermanj? I have not had any interaction with the builder but Tammy was awesome to work with. She was really fantastic.

Hank

Hank,
Tammy and I have been VAF pen pals since about 2008 when she first bought the 6 and posted a picture of it here. Being the incurable smart*** that I am, I simply had to rag her about the spinner, and that led to "the start of a beautiful friendship" to quote a famous movie line. You are absolutely right.....she is one awesome, fantastic lady!

[woodmanrog]

Here's my 2 cents worth. I have purchased 3 RV-6's and found the one common denominator in good landings is to GET CLOSE TO THE GROUND BEFORE FLARING. In my first 6, this proved to be the best advice I learned for both 3 pointers (preferred landing) or wheel. As far as a tail dragger I always advise that you aren't proficient until you have 100 landings under your belt. Even then you have to be on your game on every landing. After a while you will feel like nothing will surprise you. That's when you will get bitten. (don't ask how I know) Welcome to VAF.

[Henryrifle]

woodmanrog:

I tried this today and while I got lucky once, I did see some general improvement using your advice. I believe the mistake I am making is in flaring too early and touching the rear wheel first. Thanks for giving me something new to experiment with!

Looking forward to meeting more of you guys!

Thanks again for the welcome. I am really enjoying the plane with a few 45 minute flights up to Blue Ridge and back and a lot of pattern work.