I'm impressed with the quality of the "supplier example" that Lee had at the Nats.

The composite work is as good (or better) than PL Prod quality. Looking at the detail, I wondered if PL is the composites supplier. Not a thread of cloth out of place. The honeycomb floor, firewall, etc. are installed, along with the firewall (CF honeycomb), the landing gear plate, rudder post & composite rudder. Impeccable craftsmanship! Don't recall if the wing / stab tubes were (will be) installed (probably). The wings / stabs are essentially ready to cover with all woodwork done and very light.

Apparently there will be two offerings, the airplane shown at the Nats (don't recall the name) and Quique's Splendor. Expect it will be a while before they are available, but it should be worth the wait. Projected price is $1200 for C/Kev and $800 for FG, which is lower cost for an airplane with most of the building work complete than a comparable kit from others.


Earl Haury