Duk,

I hate to differ with you, but, I just put first flights on mine this past weekend, and she doesn't fly or land heavy at all. The flaps in landing position do create quiite a bit of drag though, which definitely requires power to offset. I actually found I liked landing with takeoff flap better! The glide ratio is much better. If you want a really short landing rollout or steep approach the landing flap position from the manual is great.

If you have a deadstick, do not go to landing flap. Takeoff position will give you best glide ratio. I tried a few simulated deadstick approaches with throttle at idle and landing flap position. You almost have to point the nose straight down to keep it flying. That airbrake action on the top of the wing is very effective. At takeoff flap position though, you can almost glide this plane forever.

A truly straight great flying jet, you're going to love it Pete! NO WORRIES!

David