First flew in 1989. Take one or more parts from an already proven design, add a few parts for creature comfort and/or customer preferences, a wrap-around windshield of Lexan makes for excellent visibility and comfortable flying, and optional windows are removable for open-air flying in the summer. For power recommended is a Rotax 447, or any engine up to 45 hp.
Wood was chosen as the basic building material. It is easy to work with, dependable in its strength characteristics, and is not bothered by the vibrations associated with 2-cycle engines.
Construction techniques are of the old-fashioned, tried and true wood truss and plywood gusset method. It is very simple, and builds quickly. If you have ever built a balsa-wood model airplane, you have the experience required to build this "full-scale" model! While construction time will vary from builder to builder, approximately 300 hours is the average.
1700R Hi-MAX Standard equipment: Fiberglass engine cowl Prop spinner Quick removable wings Shoulder harness/seat belt Strut-braced tail 5 gallon gas tank 2009 Price: 5795 US$