Originally Posted by
kevin
I have no doubt I could fly my k100 powered Joker from a 400 foot runway. Watch my landing above in post 790. Its down and stopped in less than 400ft. Keep an eye on how much flap I have as I taxi back. It looks like alot of flap when seen in person but it handles it fine.
My issue is more about the less than perfect landings. One bounce or one long landing and it's gear repair time. My Boomerang Elan / P100 is never an issue at the same field. Of course it will slow to a brisk walk for landing. I routinely land the Joker on our 400' runway in it's current config, but the margin for error is zero. I'll give Dave's flap recommendation a try before swapping engines. Thanks for the comments!