Ken, a friend and one of my old students came by tonight to take a look at the new plane. The question that came up was what was I going to do next?? Iwent into the closet and pulled out some plans and showed them the Sun Fli, another Joe Bridi design. He kept looking at the DR and back at the plans then asked the waited for question, what's the difference?? Ihad to hunt myself but I started pointing out the little things like stab sizes and shapes, fuse shape, just the little things. All of the really good pattern planes over the years have been similar in shape and design.
Sort of like looking at the new jet fighters from around the world, function in the form.
For those that don't scratch/plans build and still want an outstanding stunt plane, theyshould take a close look at the Ultra Sport. It's a lot of bang for the bucks and after building the kit it may turn an ARF person into a builder.
It's never too late to come away from the dark side!!