I've probably said it before in this space, but stretch the RV-9 into a 4 seater. Give us an experimental (and higher performing) alternative to the AA-5B.
Lots of folks, including me, agree with that. Going back through this thread here are some similar comments...
- 3 inches wider for big guys.
- Heavier, less spindly main gear. something will a good sized baggage compartment with a real baggage door to make it easy to get stuff in and out of, or maybe a third seat. Even something with a canopy like the RV10 to help keep the sun out and with a real passenger door.
- I want a bit more room for baggage/gear/occasional third passenger - but I don't want something quite as big/expensive as an RV-10. So - stretch out an RV-9... make a smallish back seat. Power it with an O-360. *
- I too like the the idea of a*stretched*7/9. Enough room for a third soul or more likely Mountain bikes
- Well... I'm pushing for a stretch-9 as mentioned.
- Wow a streched 9! Enough room and carrying capacity for two adults (one perhaps oversized) and two sets of golf clubs! Sold!
- Me too, a larger 9 would be nice, sacrifice a little speed for weight and room,*2" wider and possible third person/Skis/kitchen sink
- I would like to see a*stretched*7 with more shoulder and baggage room
- I've said it before... and I'll throw it out again... I think there is room in the RV lineup for folks that need a bit more room for cargo/3rd passenger-kids-dog, etc., than what the RV-7 offers. Not as big/expensive as an O-540 propelled RV-10. I'm talking tip-up or slider canopy, O-360 power along the lines of a "stretch-9". A "2+2" with a small back seat
- Ohhh man, you are sooo correct about a modified/stretched RV-7/9. A small backseat for our youngster would be*perfect*for us. The RV-10 is just a whole lot more airplane in terms of size and money. You could almost build 2 RV-7/9's for the price of a nice -10.*