At 08:51 PM 2/1/2010, you wrote: >Is the the kr a stable docile airplane? WOuld it make a good >training airplane or not? Easy to fly? >Your advice would be greatly appreciated..... >Charles B ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
I'll add to the comment or two already made. Yes, the KR is an "easy to fly" airplane if the pilot is competent in an aircraft with the flying qualities of a KR. That being light on the controls and very maneuverable. Building a KR and then expecting to get your pilot license in it is not the route to go unless you can overcome some obstacles. 1. Your KR will need a 40 hour test phase flown off before you can carry a passenger. Who will do that? 2. It will be difficult to find an instructor that will give instruction in a home built / experimental. 3. Will your KR , with two on board, have flying qualities suitable for instruction? 4. Will your KR have controls set up to be an acceptable trainer? 5. Insurance? for flight training? Your best route is build your KR and, when the project is nearing completion, work on getting your license the normal route. Find a flying club or similar to cut cost of training. Have someone competent make the first several flights on the KR to insure it is performing properly. Get some time in a similar flying aircraft, check yourself out in the KR, and finish flying off the 40 hours. The KR is not a "hard to fly" airplane. In fact, I find it to be one of the most enjoyable flying airplanes I've flown in 1300+ hours of flight time. Any "competent" pilot that knows and respects it's flying qualities will have no trouble flying a KR. Good luck.............. Larry Flesner
