The adventure of ownership, flying, and DIY maintainence of the classic Ercoupe aircraft. It addresses the FAA regulations and appropriate proceedures that allow you to do much of your own maintenance. Discriptive color photographs and sketches aid in understanding the mechanical and preflight requirements for safe and affordable operations and ownership. The book is a study for the DIY who wants to do as much of the maintenance as the FAA will allow. Included are charts and tables about engine diagnostic analysis, torque value for bolts and nuts, landing gear maintenance, fuel system, etc. The book promotes safety for the pilot by encouraging an understanding of how things work and addresses some of the NO-NO's which should be avoided. The objective is to enjoy and have fun owning a classic Ercoupe. In addition, there are adventure stories and color aerial photo's submitted by Ercoupe Pilots sharing their crosscountry flying experience. For the wannabe pilot, here is an opportunity to preview what he/she can expect with that new license and a Fly-About (open or closed) convertible Ercoupe.

Fly-About Adventures and the Ercoupe offers real flying adventures in a wonderful classic convertable type Ercoupe airplane. Come fly with me to OshKosh, Sun-N-Fun, the Arkansas Picnic, and other cross country trips. Experience unique discovery and the unbelievable. Many events are supported with neat color photo's. Words are good but nothing says so much as pictures. The book also provides insite to what it's like to own such a fun filled open cockpit convertable aircraft. There are also photo's of modifications by owners such as paint schemes, instrument panels, etc. Over 5,500 of these aircraft and 11 models were built by several companies between 1940 and 1970. 70 years after the first Ercoupe was built, there are thousands still airworthy, affordable, and being flown by pilots seeking their remembrance. With a bit of imagination, you have the opportunity to fullfill your dream of flying adventures too.