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MGL Enigma Pitot Static issue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Rich Astley Apr 21, 2022. 7 Replies

I've just had a 601XL delivered to me.The ferry pilot said it was showing some wonky airspeed readings.Upon investigation it was a blocked pitot tube.  While I had the tube off and the panel apart I…Continue

 

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MGL Enigma Pitot Static issue

I've just had a 601XL delivered to me.The ferry pilot said it was showing some wonky airspeed readings.Upon investigation it was a blocked pitot tube.  While I had the tube off and the panel apart I figured I'd do a pitot and static test.The plane has the MGL Enigma EFIS.  When slight pressure is applied to the pitot side the airspeed increases which is to be expected.  Airspeed stays within 10 knots for a minute.When applying a vacuum to the static side the altitude doesn't change but the…See More
Apr 20, 2022
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