Aircraft Spruce Seat Sling *Notice*

[M Towsley]

Hello all,

As part of my interior update I replaced my seat sling with a new one from Aircraft Spruce. Though it was very well made, I had reservations about the thickness of the material compared to the old one I had removed.

Today I received a letter from Aircraft Spruce stating it had come to their attention that some were produced from materials too thin to properly support the occupant. Obviously I wasn't wrong in my assumption the material was too thin. They are replacing the slings, though I don't know what their procedure is yet as I am awaiting to hear back from them.

Just thought I would put this out there for those who may not get the notice.

[Acroeric]

Re: Aircraft Spruce Seat Sling *Notice*

At Farmville VA last year I took off and entered the aerobatic box for my first practice flight of the contest. During the first pull (about 4G) my seat totally let go, thank goodness I have a clipwing with a stick assembly under the seat to stop me from hitting the floor. It was one of these seats. I got the notice yesterday from ACS.
I had a local upholstery shop make a replacement seat complete with nylon webbing than runs in both directions. No more torn seats- even at +5G.

[Guest]

Re: Aircraft Spruce Seat Sling *Notice*

I have used an Airtex sling for many years, probably 45 years.

Had a few slings, never any problems.

I also do not do 5-4 g's.

Give Airtex a try.

Dave

[M Towsley]

Re: Aircraft Spruce Seat Sling *Notice*

Dave,

Spruce is replacing the sling with a heavier one.

[Mark Julicher]

Re: Aircraft Spruce Seat Sling *Notice*

I also have had my a__ in a sling whilst flying my T-craft.

(Sorry, couldn't help it )