Katie and I have finished the Aeronca wings (stored in brown paper in the background) - until spring when the weather is warm enough for us to spray the silver and color coats. All control surfaces are also done. Next up - landing gear refurbishment.
The Pitts wing (only one not totally destroyed in the crash) is on the saw horses. It is one bay longer than standard Pitts wings. The fuselage is 13 inches longer than the standard Pitts. I believe this Pitts was built as more of a fast Sport Plane rather than a competition style Pitts. The paint was really thick - adding about 20 or more pounds to this Pitts - it was a beautiful paint job - and she was FAST! Would have made a good candidate for the Reno Air Races. So the question becomes - will standard Pitts C wings work with this stretched fuselage? What would be the effect on stability? Center of Pressure? Stalling and Landing speeds? There are several C wings for sale on Barnstormers - but I am hesitate to buy any of those wings until I find out from someone who REALLY knows the answer. OK, back to the shop to tear down the Aeronca wheels and brakes. Over and Out!
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