JBflying

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   JBflying added a post in a topic JB from NC    25 Mar 2018

   dholly, I'm not set in stone on a kitfox. I'm still exploring the possibilities. I may just as easily end up with an Avid. In fact an Avid IV may suit my needs better than the Kitfox offerings. I've turned wrenches on complex aircraft for many years (long before airplanes became an accessory item to Go Pros). I fixed many aircraft over the years that I never got to fly, so my wrench time outweighs my flight time by a good deal. So, with a little ("a lot") of help I'm sure I could build an Avid or Kitfox. But, due to various reasons I don't know if that is the best option for me right now. I have looked at many "unfinished' kits but if there is one area that I really need some knowledge on that would be it. Maybe I can pick your brain sometime. I have looked at kit aircraft that never made it to the airworthiness certification (experimental LSA) in various stages of build but couldn't get a straight answer from anyone, including several phone calls to the FAA, if they could still be issued an airworthiness certificate under experimental/homebuilt/51% rule ect. I know many people have purchased unfinished kits at bargain prices and completed them, but I also run across information stating that the build process must be thoroughly documented by the (sole?) builder to get the certification. I ran across some great deals but couldn't get the "paperwork" answers I was looking for. I don't have deep pockets so, I can't afford to purchase "a good deal" that can never legally fly. That is why I'm at the point of buying a certified, registered, flying Avif/Kitfox and then possibly building my own later down the road. Thanks for all the advice!
   

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   JBflying added a post in a topic JB from NC    25 Mar 2018

   Thanks for the Info EDMO! That's great to hear.
   

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   JBflying added a post in a topic JB from NC    23 Mar 2018

   nlappos,
   My main reason for choosing the Kitfox over the Avid was simply to focus on one particular M/M so I could learn all the ins and outs and be more knowledgeable when it came time to purchase one. I think originally, the Avid is what led me to the Kitfox but I was able to find more information about the Kitfox. Since I don't have a lot of knowledge about either aircraft, the fact that Kitfox still has an operating website to get information from was a big factor in choosing the Kitfox. I couldn't make a technical argument against either aircraft at this point. They both appear to be great, reliable designs.
   JB
   

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   JBflying added a post in a topic JB from NC    18 Mar 2018

   It's definitely going to make for some long nights. I was reading for hours on Neloner's Kitfox 3 rebuild last night. Never knew mouse urine could keep my attention that long. lol Probably pick back up on it tonight so I can see how it turns out. 
   

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   JBflying added a topic in Introduce yourself    17 Mar 2018

   JB from NC

   Hi everyone. I just joined today in hopes of gaining some knowledge about the Kitfox and Avid. I don't currently own either of the two but I hope to get a Kitfox in the near future. I've been renting Cessnas and Pipers for the last 20 years and decided its about time I get my on airplane. I obtained my private pilot certificate in 2000, have a couple aviation degrees, and was in Marine Aviation for 20yrs. I'm hoping to get my tail wheel endorsement by this summer once this crazy weather lets up. I've looked at a lot of airplanes over the years while "dreaming" and the Kitfox seems like the perfect match for me. I see there are plenty of experienced flyers on this site so I think I came to the right place. I look forward to reading all the information here.
   Thanks,
   JB
   

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