Which homebuilt do I want??
I recently retired and have wanted to build an aircraft since I was in college. Can anybody suggest a quickbuild kit that is something like a decathalon/citabria?? I've flown the kitfox, but it doesn't seem just right. I'd appreciate any suggestions/comments.
Kit Airplanes like Citabria
A few more items of information would help. Do you want a high wing 2-place utility airplane, maybe something more like a Super Cub, or do you want aerobatic capabilities too. I know of no aerobatic high wing kits, but there are a number of good utility-type airplane kits with high wings and 2-place tandem seating. A RANS S-7S is worth a look at the lower end of the price range, and a Carbon Cub EX is pretty nice at the upper end. There are also many Super Cub-like kits from companies such as Backcountry Cubs, Dakota Cubs, North Star, Javron, and the previously mentioned Bearhawk Patrol. All good planes but not aerobatic.
If aerobatics are more important than high wings you might look at an RV-8. Pretty good aerobatics and quick build kits available, plus there is a lot of support available for a first-time builder. For serious aerobatics you need to look at a more specialized airplane, but this might be a pretty good all around choice for fun and travel. The only drawback is they put the wings on the bottom instead of the top where they belong.;)
Dave Prizio