First Flight
 

I am pleased to share that my 7 year project got air under the tires for the first time on September 12, 2013 at KFFC in Peachtree City GA. All went well, no heavy wing or any other problem.
I would like to thank Vern Darley for doing the first flight, after landing we uncowled the ship to check for leaks, all was good, Vern took her up again for about 40 min, landed and said it was my turn. Incredible emotions, fear, excitement, then pushed the throttle and I was up. Circled the field for about 30 minutes, landed with a grin.
Special thanks to my late wife Urszula for being supportive for 5 years as she battled colon cancer, I think she was with me in spirit on the first flight. Thanks to my son Chris and daughter Evelyn for breaking from school and coming to see me. Thanks to the folks at Falcon RV Squadron at KFFC, the best bunch of folks anywhere. Thanks VAF for having a place to hang out.
Thanks Van's Aircraft, the kit was a joy to build. Looking forward to many adventures .
Sincerely
Gregory Targonski
RV-9A
full Skyview avionics
O-320D3G

Congratulations!!
 

Greg, congrats on the new fledgling:D

NICE
 

These rv9s are are everywhere now! Great job, you will love this plane. Enjoy it and fly safe!:D

Finally some good news today.

Congrats Greg on a terrific looking airplane. Be safe in phase 1 and keep us posted. Rest assured, your wife was with you.

Congratulations. You're going to love the plane.

Sweet.
 

Congratulations and what a beautiful family.

Come and shake my hand at GA2 next Saturday. I'll be in my Yellow and silver RV-10.

Best,

Congrats Greg! It's an amazing feeling isn't it?

Way to go!

Congratulations and enjoy your cooler fall test flights. Go dawgs.

Great Job
 

Congrats from the entire "9" family. I can't wait to join you guys that are "finished".

You are an inspiration to all us for moving forward. I'm sure Urszula is proud also.