Brodhead Pietenpol Association

Original Posted By: Michael Perez
Subject: Pietenpol-List: Rick Holland's progress/latexFor those who have never had the pleasure of meeting Rick Holland in person, here he is with me at Oshkosh in 2005 with his other airplane:) From the photos Rick has posted he is doing top-quality work and I'm looking forward to enjoying the day when it all comes together for Rick when he starts to fly his Pietenpol. Funny thing is that for as long as you think it is taking you to build your airplane that when you finish you haven't even begun to scratch the surface of the enjoyment factor that lay ahead of you. I'm not a hiker or mountain climber but I can only think of how much easier it is (maybe) effort-wise to come down a hill than climb up it and I liken that to the enjoyment that those of you who stick with your projects to the point of flying them will enjoy.Regarding the cosmetics of latex, if anyone can make latex look acceptable Rick Holland will be able to do it. As long as I'm rambling I can't help but think of how much I admire good craftsmanship on homebuilt airplanes or restorations of old airplanes to fine form but there is also something very appealing about the rough, worn, and rode-hard look of planes like you'll see at places like Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome in Rhinebeck, New York. Both looks are equally appealing to me in very different ways. The only aversion I have to lack of nice workmanship in homebuilt airplanes is the impression it gives to the general public at fly-in's or local airports. "you are actually going to fly in this piece of junk ?"Mike C.________________________________________________________________________________Date: Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:17:42 -0800 (PST)

Original Posted By: "Phillips, Jack"
I am in the very early stages of deciding which kit I would like to build and Ihave more than a few questions about the Pietenpol. I really like the style,and it seems like something that I would enjoy building. I've read several bookson kit building and have also built scale R/C models for over 20 years...hopefully these skills will help as I proceed to the next levels of building.The top question on my mind is... Can I fly this aircraft? I am 6'5" tall and250 pounds. From what I've read, the weight should not pose a real problem inthis aircraft, but how about my height? Can a tall fellow manipulate the controls,or will I feel like I'm crammed into a C-150 (or worse)? If I can findout that a person of my stature can indeed comfortably fly this type of craft,I will be leaning heavily in favor of this design. Perhaps the cockpit canbe modified slightly by the builder to accommodate his stature? Thanks in advance for any information the group can offer, and I hope to get toknow you all a little better in the near future.--------MarkRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ___Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: NewbieDate: Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:32:44 -0500

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Original Posted By: "Dave Abramson"
Thanks for the response Jack. Yes, I do understand that this is a scratch build.I think (hope) that I possess many of the skills required to take on a projectof this sort. I guess I'll find out soon enough. Regardless, I'm sure I'llhave questions since I've never done this before.My location? I am in Owasso, Oklahoma... just a few miles northeast of Tulsa.I suppose I could add that info to my signature. I recently joined EAA Chapter10 at Gundy's airport, but I haven't had the opportunity to meet many of themembers. I plan to attend our Saturday morning fly-in breakfast, where I willhopefully get to meet some of the crew. I'm sure they will be willing to helppoint me in the right direction.I hear ya on the long runway part. I don't plan to put adults up front too often.Maybe the wife once in a while, but this project is mostly for me and my5 year old son. If I need to carry much more, I'll go rent a Cherokee. Hopefullythat won't be necessary too often. I'll have to put Broadhead on the list. We sure would like to go to Air Venture...if we find a way to make it, perhaps we can plan to stop in. Honestly, ifI'm serious about having a plane of my own, I should probably use the fundsI would spend on that trip to purchase needed materials. Thanks again for the info!--------MarkRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... __________

Original Posted By: owner-pietenpol-list-server(at)matronics.com
Hi Mark,I am 6'2" and was too cramped with the passenger cockpit in front... So Iremoved it, moved the panel forward about 3 or 4 inches, and moved therudder bar forward...Now I have lots of room!!!! But, have to fly alone......Cheers!Dave-----Original Message-----