ORIGINAL: YellowAircraft
Doug,
How'd she fly? I remember it being very fast, but how was the landing? Do you think the Robart struts are not up to the task (enough to justify the price difference)?
Jack,
No, this is for a customer, but the customer doesn't have a lot of input to offer on how the build is done. Nice to be trusted, but at the same time, it's a challenge sometimes when it's a first impression (like glassing obechi). I'm sure I'll be picking your brain, so thanks.
It flew very well. It was fast for sure, but very manageable. I think the Robarts are fine for an EDF, but if you get in a situation where you have to land it full of fuel, I think it might make me a bit nervous. Robart only suggests the 3/8" struts handle up to 18 pounds.. So in this case, I think the BVM struts are the best choice.