First flights this past weekend on my new plane. Super Light
because she weighs 686 pounds on certified scales. OK, 692
with Kitfox conform foam cushions. I am perfectly happy with
78KA, the Super Sport many of you have seen or hopped a ride
in, but for some time I've wanted to see if a 700# Model 7 was
possible. The answer is yes, but it took replacing all composites
with carbon and 5.00x5 mags and tires. A simple panel, (D180
and the Garmin stack) and attention to detail everywhere. Only
a couple hours on her so far, but I am really excited with the
performance. Half tanks and my skinny 172 pounds and she
climbs like a rocket. Should be pretty fast but we will find out
later. Speedster wings with the new leading edge, custom
"Lo Presti" type cowl, composite strut farings, etc. We'll get
Doc in it for a pilot report soon. I'll try to attach a cellphone
picture.
Desert Fox One,
Papa