Ron, one thing to consider on the N17 is that the ailerons are on the upper wing only.
I see your points, but having aileron control is critical. Also, the Nieuport is actually not a Biplane, it is a Sesquiplane (sp?). The lower wing area is so small, it is considered a 1 and 1/2 winger.
I will do a little more research on biplane wing layout in any case.
I had one of my A&P,IA friends look at it last weekend asked if he saw anything that caused him problems. His only comment was the use of "non-structural" pop rivets. We discussed the load issues related to speeds, limited G factors and no aerobatics. He understood the theory of the "cheap" rivets.
Dale
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