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Old 12-16-2009 | 03:25 PM
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Todd Chandler
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Default RE: Seagull Decathlon

I have this plane as well. I was warned about its short tail moment before I bought it. Like many though I was taken in by its good looks and dirt cheap price. I have about 6-8 flights on it and narrowly escaped sudden death on take off each time. I'm a decent sport flier with several planes, but mastering the takeoff on this one has been eluding me. once in the air it fly's great as others have stated. I have not had any problems landing, thankfully.

If you have a huge runway these problems can be mitigated by shear room, but with out room for error this plane will bite you quick if you can't get it to track straight on takeoff.....as this plane takes a little extra runway to gain enough lift.

O.S.70Surpass

I debated pulling the engine and either selling airframe of making a "Hanger Queen" out of it. I have just decided to fly it into the ground. not really worth selling. Hopefully I can learn something from this plane before I lawn dart it.