gross weight, passengers, and cargo
Posted: Sat Feb 18, 2012 10:43 am
Rick,
First off, amplifying what was said before - do not attempt to build a
kit to have a cheap plane to fly. I have enjoyed building immensely and
will build another for LSA but building takes too much time and
patience. The journey has to be a major part of the enjoyment.
We are not to weight and balance yet but as an example, Sam and Sandys
Elite is 1150 pounds. It is on the heavy side as it is set up for both
nose and tail wheel and has an O-360. Whatever you do keep the panel
light and do not extend the fuel tanks unlss absolutely needed. Do only
the so called "Ontario Mods" for additional strength, especially if it
is going on floats. Other wise build standard and light. Don't forget
you get 5% extra on the gross with floats.
As an aside, I would suggest dog crates rather than "tie downs". That
for sure keeps canines out of the controls and minimizes distractions.
Rallph Baker
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First off, amplifying what was said before - do not attempt to build a
kit to have a cheap plane to fly. I have enjoyed building immensely and
will build another for LSA but building takes too much time and
patience. The journey has to be a major part of the enjoyment.
We are not to weight and balance yet but as an example, Sam and Sandys
Elite is 1150 pounds. It is on the heavy side as it is set up for both
nose and tail wheel and has an O-360. Whatever you do keep the panel
light and do not extend the fuel tanks unlss absolutely needed. Do only
the so called "Ontario Mods" for additional strength, especially if it
is going on floats. Other wise build standard and light. Don't forget
you get 5% extra on the gross with floats.
As an aside, I would suggest dog crates rather than "tie downs". That
for sure keeps canines out of the controls and minimizes distractions.
Rallph Baker
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