I think I'll just pull my popcorn machine out of the cobwebs and make a couple batches. Two Extra 330 threads so far, all within a week, and this is starting to get interesting. In reference to gaRCfield's link, these planes don't fly in reality like they do on the sim. You never know the glide ratio, or how it's going to trim the first time out. The stall characteristics may be a horse of a different color once you get that 38% bird out to the field. There is no garantee that brand new engine is going to do what's expected: What are you going to do if it deadsticks just after the takeoff rotation? Oh, what the heck. If you got the money to spend, Andrew, then go for it. Please post your observations after the maiden. If it all turns out to be a success, then inquiring minds want to know!

NorfolkSouthern