Oh, did I forget to mention stability in turbulence?  Fly them both through some rough air and see which you like better.  I found that in the Velocity (canard) it was less disconcerting because there was no (much less) pitch movement; just a flat stable bouncing.

 

And, I also forgot . . .; oh never mind.

 

Al

 

-----Original Message-----
From: Rotary motors in aircraft [mailto:flyrotary@lancaironline.net] On Behalf Of Grubbs, Joe
Sent: Thursday, April 20, 2006 9:51 AM
To: Rotary motors in aircraft
Subject: [FlyRotary] Why a Canard

 

Hello,

I have just begun to believe that I could successfully build and fly an airplane.  As such, I joined this mail list and have started reading your comments, questions, & concerns.  The help you are providing each other seems to be valuable.

In just a few weeks of reading two airplanes will easily fit my need and allow for growth, the RV-10 and Velocity XLRG.  Of the two, I favor the RV for its better STOL capabilities and low speed landings.  There are benefits to a pusher style drive system (besides a quieter ride), the Velocity is a good looking plane (that has to count for something).

So, my question to you all is, for those who fly a canard style airplane, what were the top reasons you chose this style of aircraft to build and fly?

Thank you;

J.D. Grubbs
Dreaming in Port Orchard, WA
360-434-2120 (C)