Why did you choose a Kitfox?

[Robin G]

At age 61 and not having flown for 20 years, I also decided to look for LS. Although I did pass the medical, it was more involved than 20 years earlier, primarily as a result of blood pressure medications. I will let the class 3 expire and stick with the LS. I did not want to spend years on a project, just wanted to start flying again and just for fun, not function or transportation. I also wanted a traditional looking machine with a proven record. In my "start from scratch" research I came across the Kifox, liked what I saw and read, liked the price of completed 582 3's and 4's and liked the fact that there was wide, active ownership and a very supportive company backing the machines, both new and old. I should say that when I finally flew in one, it took some getting used to. My last previous flight had been in a B58 Baron and the little Kitfox felt like a kite. But I reminded myself what kind fo flying I now wanted to do and went ahead and purchased the plane. I am developing the new skill set to fly it well and enjoy it more every flight. (even though the last portion of the most recent flight could have been logged as glider time)

robin g

[wadeg]

Robin,
i better see an entry by itself in your logbook with something to the effect of ".02hrs glider time"!

regarding the question:
the kitfox is a tried and tested plane. build it by the numbers and you will have a great machine. 55 hours now on mine (no thanks to the weather recently) and not a thing to change. stick to the manual, invest in a digital level and a little laser to line things up, and you will have a plane that flies hands-off. oh, and build it light. if you get bubble doors, you won't be tinkering with gadgets in the cockpit but will be enjoying the awesome visibility!
told my fiance that i might put an ipod on her side so she could watch movies during x-country. she rejected that saying she enjoys the view too much.

build one!

[pilotapat]

Chose a Kitfox 5 Vixen because it qualifies for Light Sport, when that day comes for me.

It's a "real airplane" compared to some of the other LSAs out there.

My Kitfox flies like a dream... it's spunky, responsive and just plain fun to fly... just as advertised.

Knowing it came from a good home and had been well maintained played a part in the purchase decision.

I love my Kitfox!!

[Av8r3400]

Followup Question:


Does anyone have a regret or dislike about their Kitfox?

[Skybolt]

On the Classic IV;
I should have built the shorter wings. I didn't know what motor I was going to install while building the wings. Ended up with the 912 UL, plenty powerful for the short wing.
The 32' long wing tends to glide a little much and is probably a little more upset with turbulence.

[Robin G]

At some point in the future I will probably upgrade to the faster wing and a 912. The mod 3 with the 582 if fine for now as I get used to the tail wheel and a low inertia plane. But if finances permit, I want the 4 cycle and faster cruise.

robin g

[Peteohms]

I chose a Kitfox because I saw pilotapat's Kitfox at the EAA 555 breakfast and fell in love with it. I love my Fox even though it's not quite as nice as Pat's Kitfox.

[Peteohms]

My III is heavy on the stick. I would love to put a spade on ailerons like an aerobatic plane. I flew a 4 and it was much lighter on the stick.

[darinh]

Because they're awesome!...Seriously, where else can you get this kind of backcounty utility for under $50k...in some case much under $50K.

[wadeg]

Any regrets about the kitfox?

HAAAA!

I suppose there were times during construction when fustration set in but just keep trudging.

It's worth every minute/ulcer/headache/beer/cuss word when it comes time to fly yours!!!!