Hi Everyone,

I am researching the feasibility of building my own airplane. The first thing I found is that there are thousands of plans and kits out there, and no real discernable way to narrow the search down. I think I have a pretty good idea of what I want the plane to do, but no idea how to narrow down the selection. If anyone could suggest kits or plans that suit what I am looking for, I would really appreciate it.

Plane specs:
Bi-plane or low wing
Easy to build for first time builder
Easy to fly/land
2 seats
Safe
Must be able to easily communicate with passenger
Low cost-like fly baby cost but 2 seats
If open cockpit, Easy to add a removable canopy

Uses:
Local site seeing solo, with my son, or with another adult
$100 hamburger runs with my son
Occassional x/c. Willing to make fuel stops if needed

My skills:
Woodworking
Home construction
Automotive

I cannot:
Weld
Paint very well

If I have omitted any useful information needed for a suggestion, please let me know. Thank you in advance for your suggestions.