RE: Pattern planes Why do they cost so much
Chuck,
Unfortunately the Black Magic kits are no longer available...and I know on the V3's that you would spend an additional 300-400 minimum for sheeting and hardware. Still cheaper than a lot of ARF's, but a lot of work.
Also, the Lightning Jeff is building is more than competitive with anything out there. I watched Jeff fly his old one last fall and it flies awesome and the one will fly even better.
Arch