I know I will most likely get a lot of flak for this but, is it at all reasonable that the Pica T-28 could be my second plane? I have built several planes, so I am not worried about that, but if I have a more expierenced pilot buddy boxed with me, would I be able to make the transition from my Happy Fly 20 to the Trojan?

One other thing, is it pronounced pIka or peeka?

peeka.

The T-28 may tax your building capabilities depending, but you should be able to fly it. Keep it light and stay away from too many details for now. Personally I think you should go ahead and start building it, but take your time and also start a sig 4 star or something as your second plane. By the time you get your T-28 finished, you'll have a lot more flight hours. I hate seeing guys smash up planes they spent 100's of hours building. Really makes me sick.

Funny, I was just going to post about the Pica T28 trojan. I am seriously considering this plane as well. I posted another quetion in the scale forum about what warbird and/or civilian aircraft to build. When I saw the Pica it really got me interested. I've built several planes, incuding an Astro Hog, so if there is as much building in the T28 as there was for the Hog, I guess I am up for the task.
Anyone know of any other places to buy the kit? I noticed Quantum models has the kit for $139. Would it be worth it to buy a wing jig (maybe the GP's jig) to build the wing?

I figured if I recieved the plane for Christmas, I could go ahead and start building right away, and hopefully have it done in time for spring. I do not plan on adding an details really. I will stay with fixed gear, but may opt for flaps. If I am not stressed for weight, I may also try fiberglassing for my first time.

I'm assuming you are talking about the smaller of the two kits.....and yes, it IS a building project - but it flys like a trainer! Very nice flying/landing characteristics - you'll love it!

Jerry

Pronounced "pIka". This would be a real undertaking for your second plane. If you approach this as a learning curve and start with the attitude that you may be biting off too much then go ahead and start. Be ready to admit it is too big a project and be ready to postpone the completetion. If this hapens will you be ready to admit what is happening and make the necessary adjustments to your plan?

I have never seen a low wing plane "fly like a trainer". Most do fly very well but the step you are trying has put the end to many an up and coming pilot. It also would take an instructor with a lot of time to make this kind of transition.

OK here's your "flack": Let's say you start out in the first grade and do well. The next step should of course be to the 8th grade right? This is how your plan reads. My point is that learning is fun if done in logical steps. Getting in over your head will only make things frustrating for most. You may be successful however a reasonable learning curve would be a better plan in my opinion.

EXCAP232

My plan is to get the Trojan pretty quickly and start construction. I already have an engine and radio waiting for whatever I am to build next. If construciton gets too tough, I will probably buy a 4*60 and put the gear in that. Once the Trojan is done, I will swap gear from the 4*60 and be ready to fly it.