Don't rush it. I only do a maiden flight if everything is right in my world. Airplane, weather, nerves, etc.

I did the lateral balance tonight. It took 1.5 oz on the left wing (ouch). I guess the combination of big cylinder hanging out and a short wing span results in a lot of tip weight. I could have done an inverted mount and on board glow for the same weight.

My Ultimate came in at 8.75 lb ready to fly. That includes Saito 120, 1.5 oz lateral tip weight, Stan's Fibertech cowl and pants, five servos, standard receiver and battery, beefed up strut mounts, triple wing saddle structure, and NO tail weight.

BTW, mine is built from a raw kit (old style).

I'll post a pic as soon as the weather warms so I can finish painting.