Daz asks: >I'm contemplating building a KR1 as a first project. Is this a good choice? Or should I start with something else? I really like the KR1 and would love to modify the tailplane (just a little) to resemble, say, a Messerschmitt 109 fighter. Would it take a lot of modification to get this, and would it still be "pilot-friendly"?<
Daz: If you have read this board at length, you should know that the KR series of airplanes is inherently pitch sensitive. I too plan to build a KR, and I am prepared to accept this condition, though I plan to build the plane a tad longer to reduce this sensititvity. Mark Langford has considered this condition, and has provided much data and perspective about pitch sensitivity, and actually many other aspects of the KR-2 in general. I think you will find all his information to be good reads. Your question about "pilot friendly" seems a loaded question. Much depends on your personality and pilot experience. You can't trim out a KR, and take a nap. If that is a problem, you may want to consider another planform. Please understand that I am relatively new to the internet stuff, and I respond to your e-mail because I do not see anyone else offering help. Richard Alps
