KR> KR-2 spin /crash in Idaho

I seem to recall someone telling me they had to lean over the panel to get some forward c of g in order to get out of a spin. C of g is very important in a short coupled KR. Over here the CAA stipulated C of G no further back than the rear face of the main spar. That was for the original short

KR> Axel alignment

I went with 20 inches per Joe Horton and several other recommendations derived from KR-2S operations. My aircraft is a stock KR-2 with Diehl tri-gear and Diehl wing skins. I measured the cg on my airplane using digital scales while climbing in and out, and also using sand bags to find the

KR> EAA Sport Aviation Magazine

If you read the article it also says that the FAA/NTSB is withholding the video. It apparently shows the view over the pilot's right shoulder as he spun in to his death... I don't think anyone really wants to see that. -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at

KR> KR-2 spin /crash in Idaho

List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: Sunday, Dec.7, 2014 Contrary to some pilots out there, I would like to see the video in question. Many things can be learned from the actions of others, especially when the actions involve life or death in aircraft. I send my condolences to the family

KR> EAA Sport Aviation Magazine

I do not think the actual video was released to the public. Here is the link to the article as it was in Flying magazine: http://www.flyingmag.com/technique/accidents/aftermath-his-last-selfie Mark Jones (N886MJ) Stevens Point, WI E-mail: flykr2s at charter.net Web: www.flykr2s.com -

KR> EAA Sport Aviation Magazine

Looking ahead a bit, are we Dan? Patrick Driscoll Saint Paul, MN patrick36 at usfamily.net www.pensbypat.com If you can read this, Thank a teacher If you are reading this in English, thank a veteran

KR> EAA Sport Aviation Magazine

Where is the link to the VIDEO? I just looked at the article on line and don't see one. I believe they are referring to spinning a KR2 with a Continental engine? Is that so? See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics 2105 KR Gathering -