RE: Lanier Ultimate Pitts
The questions will be welcomed. Some of my answers may differ from some others, but I've been building for a long, long time. That doesn't mean that I'm closed to better ways, but some methods never change. Just the materials used.
I'm not going to say that you need an aft c/g for good landings. What I will say is that the c/g noted in the manual was mis-calculated, or deliberately kept forward to make the plane extra stable (read as nose heavy) for those relatively new to flying. The plane is easy to fly, and one heck of a performer. As far as landings in general are concerned, if you take a look around, the nose heavy planes always come in fast and/or steep. They have to for the elevator to remain effective.
When you voice your opinions to Lanier, let me know if you ever get a reply. I'm still waiting, and it's been a couple of years now.
Give a shout when you need or want to. Use the pm method to assure that I see the post.
Pat