| Phyrcooler |
07-23-2012 02:29 PM |
First thought, is it is a bubba 7 to provide a roomier ride. Second thought is it's the answer to the never ending debate of "should I build a 7 or a 9".
Not sure that they are capturing any new market share, but I like it. Had I been debating 7vs.9 the 14 is probably where I would go.
(EDIT: I assumed after discussion of the new, longer wing and other references, it would be something between the 7 and 9 which would solve a lot of those internal debates on what do I build. However, further exam shows the stall speed to be higher than the 7 in some weight configurations, which negates that theory. Bottom line - this is a Bubba hauling 7 - with a bunch of design features to make the build easier and more pleasant. It will sell I think; cut into 7 sales definately.)
Two questions... can it be built with a 360 vs. the 390 saving about 10K (?) and losing a few knots speed?
Is this the springboard for the RV-15 - a Gruman Tiger equivalent 4 seater? (Which is where I think they could pick up customers that need 3+ seats and can't afford a -10)
Well... not my LSA compatible tandem two seater. (which is the other hole in their lineup)
Nice job though Van's staff. Good evolution of the product line.
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