KR> A more direct link

[laser147 at juno.com]

http://www.uavionix.com/products-2/ping2020/


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KR> 2020 Mandate

[laser147 at juno.com]

We're still a long way out from having to comply but look what is already
showing up for our (Experimental category) use.

http://www.uavionix.com/products-2/pingnav/


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KR> what to look for when inspecting/buying a KR project

[Chris Prata]

I do appreciate the replies. just to be clear what I'm after, I am ONLY 
interested in a KR1 single place, original style, less than 50% built. I know a 
lot of discussion takes place here and its easy to forget who is into what, but 
I have been talking about replicating Ken's original KR1 all along, except for 
some sensible improvements to enhance reliability/safety. And it will be 
tri-geared. To that goal, I have purchased a set of new KR1 plans.
If I can find a stock KR1 boat stage that would fantastic and they do 
occasionally come up. 
My question was what to look for in terms of construction detail that may 
indicate a poor build, especially indications that the woodwork cannot be used.

Not trying to come across too strident, just staying focused on the task at 
hand which is to learn how to assess a KR1 boat.
Thanks to Mark on the article I will check it out tonight. maybe that will 
explain it all, but any tips here will be appreciated (and saved to my keeps 
folder!)
thanks!
regards,chris p

KR> parachutes

[Gary Hinkle]

To answer the spin question, DON'T DO IT ON PURPOSE! Not going to tell the 
story, but had about 100 feet when I recovered. Started at 3000 ft.And a 
parachute would not have helped. Wanted to add ?that before those comments 
started. Could not have gotten out.?


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From: jsellars--- via KRnet  
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Date: 05/11/2016  09:23  (GMT-05:00) 
To: 'KRnet'  
Cc: jsellars at sellarswealthmanagement.com 
Subject: Re: KR> parachutes 

Mark;
I agree completely with your assessment.? I have had three events
with my KR2 in the past and never was it the fault of the airframe.? Always
an engine event.? Jumping out was that last thing I would consider, as the
plane is a dream to fly!? It goes exactly where and how you ask it.? So
landing even in difficult conditions or terrain is doable. 
I have a question however, I have stalled the KR2 but I did not spin
it.? Does anyone have experience with spinning a KR2.? Seems the close
coupling would make that an interesting aviation experiment.? The tail is a
bit small so would it stop the rotation?? If you have any thought please
share.
Best
Jim

-Original Message-
From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Mark Langford
via KRnet
Sent: May 10, 2016 11:22 PM
To: KRnet 
Cc: Mark Langford 
Subject: KR> parachutes

Regarding parachutes, it's worth mentioning that there's never been an
inflight structural failure of a KR (the all-composite one at high speed at
the Gathering doesn't count, in my mind), although there is a question of
elevator bellcrank failure in one plane, but it's possible it was crash
induced.? There may be others, but no spar or fuselage failure that I know
of.

So given that record and the many thousands of KR hours logged, what are the
chances that you're going to have to go down somewhere so inhospitable that
you can do some semblance of a landing somewhere? 
Even if it's in the tree tops, you'll likely survive it.? So assuming you
are still in control of a plane that's capable of gliding, I'd just stall it
in the tree tops somewhere.? John Schaffer did that in a flat spin from
8000', and survived.

And how much time do you spend over that kind of terrain in Missouri anyway?
Your chances are looking better already!? Jeff Scott probably doesn't like
what he sees out the window 75% of the time, but he doesn't wear a
parachute.

Jumping out of a spinning or otherwise disabled plane is not without its
risks as well...perhaps higher than sticking with the plane to put it on the
ground somewhere.? You could get whacked in the head by the horizontal
stabilizer, or your parachute might be a streamer, etc.? And what if your
plane crashes into a house and kills a family eating lunch? 
? That'd be bad.

I guess what I'm trying to say is if you are so concerned about a structural
or control failure, you should probably start thinking twin engines and lot
of other redundancy.? Statistics are on your side though...if your plane
goes down, it'll likely be a fuel problem or a broken crankshaft, and then
you simply land in a field or on a road.? At least that way you still have a
plane that you can rebuild or scavenge for parts, or just maybe, it won't
have a scratch on it!? No need to carry 20 pounds around for years expecting
it to pay off someday, when it likely won't.

I have about 1400 hours of KR time, and I've had plenty of engine problems,
and zero structural problems.? With the plane 20 pounds lighter, and the
comfort of not being packed into my seat with a parachute, I've had some
pretty smooth and enjoyable flying so far.

And yes, I do know that the second engine is just there to get you to the
scene of the crash...

--
Mark Langford
ML at N56ML.com
http://www.n56ml.com


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KR> KR2 Kit For Sale in Seattle Area

[Dan]

FYI all



http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/snw/5581513715.html





Dan Prichard

Portland Oregon

KR> what to look for when inspecting/buying a KR project

[Mark Langford]

Chris Prata wrote:

 >> I'd like t ask you owners and builders, what are some things I 
should examine to at least try and determine build quality?<<

Take a look at the September 1996 issue of "KRonline", at 
http://www.krnet.org/kronline/.  Jeff Scott wrote an article on that.

See http://www.krnet.org/kronline/ .

I would add that if you buy a flying airplane, that you show up with a 
trailer to carry it home, because your very first KR flight, a "new" 
airplane, and the pressure of getting back home is not a good survival 
plan, as those FAA accident reports make clear.

Mark Langford
ML at N56ML.com
http://www.n56ml.com

KR> what to look for when inspecting/buying a KR project

[Tim Wingerter]

I have a KR-2 kit partially assembled if you are interested in it.  I am
asking $1,600, OBO for it.  It is located in Fairbanks, Alaska.

-Original Message-
From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Chris Prata
via KRnet
Sent: Friday, May 13, 2016 9:31 PM
To: krnet at list.krnet.org
Cc: Chris Prata
Subject: KR> what to look for when inspecting/buying a KR project

hi all,
I once bought a KR1 fuselage and figured out that it was not made well, plus
life got in the way and I sold the hardware and scrapped the wood.

now that I'm again looking for an unfinsihed project, I'd like t ask you
owners and builders, what are some things I should examine to at least try
and determine build quality?
all advice will be GREATLY appreciated!
(in fact, should I consider a flying example, the same advice will also help
with that)
regards,chris p   
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KR> Fiberfrax, exhaust heat article

[Dan Heath]

How do they get the foil to make the compound curves?  Great article.  It is
a keeper.



See N64KR at   http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on
the pics 



2016 KR Gathering - Mt. Vernon, Ill.



Peoples Choice at 2013 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN 

Best KR at 2013 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN 

Best Interior at 2013 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN 

Best Paint at 2013 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN 

Best Firwwall Forward at 2013 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN 



Best Interior and Panel at 2008 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN





Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC





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Stirewalt via KRnet
Sent: Friday, May 13, 2016 9:40 AM
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Cc: laser147 at juno.com
Subject: KR> Fiberfrax, exhaust heat article



I've seen some net entries lately with the name Fiberfrax on the title and
just came across this very good article on exhaust heat that mentions this
product and others.  I've always been suspicious of wrapping pipes and after
reading this it's confirmed that it isn't a good idea.  The article is the
last one or near the last so keep scrolling.  It's called "Heat Shields for
Homebuilts."



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KR> what to look for when inspecting/buying a KR project

[Chris Prata]

hi all,
I once bought a KR1 fuselage and figured out that it was not made well, plus 
life got in the way and I sold the hardware and scrapped the wood.

now that I'm again looking for an unfinsihed project, I'd like t ask you owners 
and builders, what are some things I should examine to at least try and 
determine build quality?
all advice will be GREATLY appreciated!
(in fact, should I consider a flying example, the same advice will also help 
with that)
regards,chris p