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Old 11-15-2002, 06:03 PM
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Actually it took 5 weeks to build, but whos counting?

Anyway it may be "just another Bobcat", but I really like this one since it is MINE!!
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Old 11-15-2002, 06:05 PM
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The only thing it lacks now is installing the engine and cleaning up the plumbing inside the fuse. I hope to test fly on Sunday.
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Last one,
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Nice Job Kevin!

Best of luck on your maiden, your going to love the way it flies!

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your going to love the way it flies!
I know, I've already flown several other Bobcats, thats' why I built this one!!!

Thanks
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So, you finally got yourself a REAL jet... Congratulations pal, looks good
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NICE JOB KEVIN!!!
Old 11-15-2002, 09:39 PM
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Looks good Kevin, wish I could see if fly this weekend, But I am still working on mine. I clear coated it today and still have to finish up the gear,
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Originally posted by jchris
So, you finally got yourself a REAL jet... Congratulations pal, looks good

Boo, Hisss. Hee Hee
Old 11-16-2002, 03:21 AM
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Great job
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Old 11-16-2002, 12:10 PM
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John,

Every turbine powered airplane I have built and flown in the past 7 years has been a "real jet".

What I finally got with the Bobcat was a "lazy man's jet", i.e. one that didn't require any thought or re-designing to make into a good flying and safe airplane.
Old 11-16-2002, 01:26 PM
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Nice looking plane! Did it really only take you 5 weeks to build? Are the wing foam or built up?
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The Bobcat wings are built-up ... but it's an extremely quick and easy build.

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Did it really only take you 5 weeks to build?
Yup, I started buiding it on 10-13-02 and I will test fly it tomorrow.
The wings are built up, but because of the laser cutting and good design they can be completely built in about 2 or 3 evenings.

Thanks for the compliments everyone!

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