I had an Escape in the late 1980's. I participated in pattern in the Texas/Oklahoma area and had several conversations with Bill Cunningham regarding the evolution of the Escape. As I recall, the foundation for theEscape was the XLT. It was shortened and made slightly smaller. I remember modifying an XLT to Bill's early specs, but it was still a large and heavy plane even with Rossi power.The Escape Ihadas I recall was built withBill's updated mods and was paintedwith automotive lacquer and clear coated with enamel. I used a YS 60RE for power after experimenting with an OPS earlier, in fact in Bill's contest in Oklahoma with mixed results, hence the YS was installed. I had some success inFAI with it. If I can find a picture, I will post.

Prior to the XLT/Escape I competed with the MK Arrow with both OS and Rossi for power. Very fast and effective in ballistic patternthrough Masters. The XLT and Escape were slower and fit the FAI turnaround pattern of that era. MK Jokers came after the Escape. Good luck with your Escape.

Energyman