I was seriously considering buying a Focus II. I had a few questions, so I e-mailed Dave. No answer, then I called him - personal answering machine picks up. I then called Steve and the lady who answers the phone hangs up on me when I ask for him. Are these guys still in business? I don't think so.

Both the sport and II looked very nice for a guy getting back into pattern after 8 years. I just cannot get into 3D.

Any suggestions on a nice plane? I would like to stay away from fiberglass fuses.

Thanks

Purchased a Focus II back in June. Assembled quick,no problems and flys great. Using a OS140rx .

That's strange, thier website has been updated in the last couple weeks as last time I was on it don't remember seeing the dancing Santa.

If you want a wooden kit you can always look at Mike Hester's Black Magics.

www.customairframes.com

Cenatal Hobbies has the Focus II also may want to give then a call

Finally, got a very helpful e-mail from Dave. I get the feeling they are a small outfit and that there office is often not staffed. I was a bit concern they had closed the business. No question about the quality of the Focus.

Most pattern plane companies are just that. One man operations, or just a couple. usually out of a garage or basement etc. That's just the way it is, we're a niche market over here. We're making some progress, but we're certainly not Horizon or Hobbico by any means...

-Mike

Dave and Steve will take good care of you. they can be tough to get a hold of...but they both also have other jobs. They stand behind their product, and the plane flies great.

Arch

Thanks for that input, it means a lot. I try and support the small guys because they do care more.

You may want to take a look at a new offering from Northeast Aerodynamics, the Aquila.

http://www.ne-aero.com/aquila_arf.html

This is quite a lot of value in a very potent package.