I'm not sure who has the record for the
longest build time, but over 20 years should put this project
in the top 10. Lancair 235 Kit A (071) was purchased in 1986
and Kit B was purchased a few years later. Neico no longer had
the 235 wing molds so they sent the 320 wings,flaps,
spars, and ailerons. First flight was on 3/12/2012 with me at
the controls. Aircraft performed as expected. Many thanks to
friends,family, and fellow builders who supported this
project. A special thanks to Bill Harrelson who never
hesitated to answer my many questions day or night. Thanks
Bill for being there before my DAR inspection in order to look
things over, and then for my DAR inspection and first flight.
Your advice to perform a very detailed post flight inspection
was most appreciated. A few photos are included. For those of
you still building, there will always be setbacks and learning
curves, even after you think you are finished. Never give up!
It is worth the effort! Finally, I want to thank Marv for the
LML and to the many builders who positively contribute to this
forum. The present and past
posts have saved us untold amounts of time and money! It
certainly has made for a safer airplane.
Fly Safe and Have Fun!
Steve Smalley
N235N