I'm contemplating an RV14 project (which would have to be a taildragger) and a trip to Aurora for a trial flight. I have done some 1500 hours in other RV models. Really I need to see in the flesh what these RV14 aircraft feel like in terms of performance, ergonomics, etc., also in this case whether the space/load increment over the RV7 justifies the extra cost. Usually trying out a new type I know pretty quickly whether or not I like its overall usability and feel.
So then, I need to decide whether to try the RV14 with IO360 (although I probably would use an IO390) or the RV14A with IO390 (although I would definitely not use a nosewheel so ground handling would not be representative). Or, I suppose, try both.
Are there any folks here who have flown both models and can comment on whether the different engines make any material difference to performance in the air or any other aspects of flight?
Mr Dye from Kitplanes said previously that there would be a comparison but I haven't seen it published.
So then, I need to decide whether to try the RV14 with IO360 (although I probably would use an IO390) or the RV14A with IO390 (although I would definitely not use a nosewheel so ground handling would not be representative). Or, I suppose, try both.
Are there any folks here who have flown both models and can comment on whether the different engines make any material difference to performance in the air or any other aspects of flight?
Mr Dye from Kitplanes said previously that there would be a comparison but I haven't seen it published.