This is pretty exciting, I haven't been drawn to an airplane like this in some time. First, I need to sell a boat and a set of Midget Mustang plans, and then you will be hearing from me. Can't wait to get started.
John
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Re: Considering a Panther
The sport wing skins are the same as LSA. The sport wing is a clipped wing, one bay (1 ft) shorter. The fuselage skins on both the LSA and sport are made out of 6061 T6 .032.
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Dan, Tony,
Thanks for the quick replies. Some more initial questions:
- What is the thickness of the wing and fuselage skins on the Sport model?
- Do you plan on offering an engine mount for an O-200? If so, when?
- Any thoughts to the cowl modifications required to accommodate an O-200 with an Ellison TB?
Tony,
Thanks for the invite. If we get one of those rare winter weekends with the temp over 50 I'll call first and fly down in the bipe.
Thanks
John
Thanks for the quick replies. Some more initial questions:
- What is the thickness of the wing and fuselage skins on the Sport model?
- Do you plan on offering an engine mount for an O-200? If so, when?
- Any thoughts to the cowl modifications required to accommodate an O-200 with an Ellison TB?
Tony,
Thanks for the invite. If we get one of those rare winter weekends with the temp over 50 I'll call first and fly down in the bipe.
Thanks
John
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Re: Considering a Panther
Hi John,John827 wrote: Tony, is your project at Stag? If it is, would it be possible to get an invite to fly my Acro down to Stag from Chesapeake to see the project?
Thank You
John
Yep, it's at Stag. Come on down any time! Currently have completed tail feathers and clecoed fuel tanks. Wing factory will be in full swing in a week.
Tony
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Re: Considering a Panther
HI John.
The Panther and Midget Mustang are often compared due to similar looks at a glance. They are much different in reality. The "sport" version of Panther has 20 sqft more wing area,which has a large effect on the flight envelope. The MM will cruse faster on given HP but also stall at a higher speed, and doesn't have as tight of a turn radius etc. Panther slow speed performance is excellent and can operate from much shorter etc.Cockpit volume cant be compared . the Panther is HUGE in comparison. The Panther is much easier and quicker to build. If you fit well in a MM and are looking for a high speed cruiser the MM is probably a better choice. If you want a sporty good looking easy to build airplane the flies at "RV" speeds , with a a huge cockpit, with folding wings...... then a Panther may be for you. Feel free to contact us with any questions Dan
The Panther and Midget Mustang are often compared due to similar looks at a glance. They are much different in reality. The "sport" version of Panther has 20 sqft more wing area,which has a large effect on the flight envelope. The MM will cruse faster on given HP but also stall at a higher speed, and doesn't have as tight of a turn radius etc. Panther slow speed performance is excellent and can operate from much shorter etc.Cockpit volume cant be compared . the Panther is HUGE in comparison. The Panther is much easier and quicker to build. If you fit well in a MM and are looking for a high speed cruiser the MM is probably a better choice. If you want a sporty good looking easy to build airplane the flies at "RV" speeds , with a a huge cockpit, with folding wings...... then a Panther may be for you. Feel free to contact us with any questions Dan
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Considering a Panther
I've built a TEAM MiniMax, Acrosport II, RV-8 FWF and have flown over 20 certified and experimental types as an EAA Flight Advisor. I was about to start work on a Midget Mustang when a friend recommended that I check out the Panther. I am certainly impressed with what I see. As a bonus, I see Tony Spicer is aboard. Those of us at EAA 339 have followed Tony's adventures for years starting with his 3300 Sonex.
Tony, is your project at Stag? If it is, would it be possible to get an invite to fly my Acro down to Stag from Chesapeake to see the project?
Do you have any performance projections for an O-200 powered Panther Sport? My overall comparisons will be made against the Midget Mustang. I'd be interested in your pros and cons perspective if you have any to offer.
Thank You
John
Tony, is your project at Stag? If it is, would it be possible to get an invite to fly my Acro down to Stag from Chesapeake to see the project?
Do you have any performance projections for an O-200 powered Panther Sport? My overall comparisons will be made against the Midget Mustang. I'd be interested in your pros and cons perspective if you have any to offer.
Thank You
John