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    So... used 1/2 built kit, what happens?

    I disagree, there is more a move toward tolerance here. The FAA seems to understand the safety is improved with professional help. The "two weeks to taxi" program with Glasair aviation is sanctioned by the FAA. I think with the trend toward less patient builders the kit industry is going to move...
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    So... used 1/2 built kit, what happens?

    I just had my Glasair III inspected by the FAA. It was a 1987 kit that another builder started. (Yes you can save a lot of money this way) the vast majority of the build was left to my dad and I. We spent the last five years building it. Regarding the repair and certificate the inspector told me...
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    Glasair III owner here - intoduction

    There are a few glasair III's that I know of in the State of Texas. PM me with your contact info and exact location and I'll see if I can put you into contact with someone.
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    Glasair III owner here - intoduction

    Dave, It will depend on the particular Glasair you look at. It is possible for you to fit but it depends on the builders choice of panel height, and location and the rudder pedal setup. There are also strategies you can employ to make them fit. With not too much work you can move the seat back...
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    IRS beats Siri...

    Maybe Siri couldn't answer because it's irrelevant. There is nothing reasonable about our current tax code whether the word appears or not! Reminds me of the Star Trek episode where Kirk talks a computer into self destruction by pointing out it's illogical nature. (If I remember it right)
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    Stick or yoke

    Stick for sure. However, I will say it's easier to fly an ILS with a yoke. But give me the stick all day long. As for the ease of transition, it's totally natural and easy as pie.
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    Photo Thead: Show Us Your Plane!

    And an older pic of the panel.
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    Photo Thead: Show Us Your Plane!

    Another shot.
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    Photo Thead: Show Us Your Plane!

    I can't get multiple pics to go on one post, here are a couple more pics.
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    Photo Thead: Show Us Your Plane!

    Here are some shots of my Glasair III. Just recieved airworthiness cert, first flight imminent.
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    Glasair III owner here - intoduction

    Sorry to see you selling Todd. Mine is almost ready, second engine run yesterday, now inspection a couple of details and off I go! http://youtu.be/HhtTQrHjPGg
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    Glasair III owner here - intoduction

    Nice! That's AWSOME Todd. After watching it again, the only thing I would add is smoke! I have a smoke take in mine and plan to put it to good use doing things just like that.
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    Glasair III owner here - intoduction

    There are Glasairs that have turbocharged engines. In fact the Reno winner the last few years runs an IO580TT. He broke records last year racing at over 400mph! Todd, I have the long tips built with fuel, just not painted yet but I get the fuel issue!
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    Glasair III owner here - intoduction

    I've flown both short and long tips. Both have advantages but I built a third set for my Glasair III. Few of them out their and they are almost exactly in between the short and long tips. I'll have to let you know how they perform.
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    Glasair III owner here - intoduction

    Absolutely right Todd, cheaper than to build and without the time! As for me, I wanted to build it. It's my second airplane and I actualy recently bought a wing kit for an RV-14. My dad and I build together and we have a good time doing it. The RV will be a much easier more straight forward...
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    Glasair III owner here - intoduction

    She should Todd, it looks great. You said it above, the Glasair III is the ultimate personal aircraft. I hope you enjoy flying it for years to come. By the way, July 11th my dad and I are hosting a Glasair aircraft fly in at KBTP (butler County), I'll be feeding everyone pizza and drinks. The...
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    Glasair III owner here - intoduction

    Depends how you count em, my dad and I have five years into ours. Dad is slow these days but pretty close to seven days a week. I join him two to five days a week depending on my schedule. We haven't been taking a laid back approach but it hasn't been work at a frantic pace either. Much time is...
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    Glasair III owner here - intoduction

    A disappointment for sure but I understand how Mike feels, try building one! Everything you do is like that with small tight, uncomfortable spaces!
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    Glasair III owner here - intoduction

    Ha! I like low and slow too! I am a tail wheel pilot and my other airplane is a Glastar. It does low and slow really well. I'm of the mind that ALL airplanes are cool and almost all kinds of flying is fun!
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