Originally Posted by Richie (Post 352810)

I really don't have a problem with those Ash engines. They have tons of power and are the same configuration as an 801

Originally Posted by cheesehawk (Post 352852)

There are two FW-190s, both with original engines in flying condition at FHC in Seattle. The A-5 was recently restored, but no Kommorgarant, and the D-13 is reportedly in flyable condition, although not flown due to rarity (only 1 in existence), it has never been run up since the resto, so its listed as near flyable, although they think everything works, heh. Not sure that qualifies as flyable, but pretty close.

Originally Posted by Bewolf (Post 352936)

Tue, however the D13 is powerd by the JUMO engine, not the BMW. The D13 not flying is mostly an insurance problem, but as you said, is probably capable to do so. What a pity.

Originally Posted by Sternjaeger II (Post 352844)

You don't obviously,but operators do.. Let's put it in this way, when looking for a dependable radial engine, Ash engines (or their Chinese copies) are the last ones I would hope to find between me and the prop..

Originally Posted by Sternjaeger II (Post 352994)

The main thing about the D-13 is that it's original down to the rivets. It's a unique machine and the most complete (in wartime/stock conditions), so flying it is a HUGE risk. I would let it do some fast taxi every now and then though, just to stretch its legs..