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Flying Flea PIREPS

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DRFlyer

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Jul 29, 2019
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Location
Detroit Area, Michigan
Hi all,

I'm currently looking at building a Flying Flea (HM 293 to be exact), mostly for storeability reasons but also for the "quirkiness" factor. One thing I've been having a bit of a hard time finding are pilot reports on how these planes are to fly, especially with regards to takeoff and landing. It seems like there are plenty of aircraft flying around that I'd think I could find more about their mannerisms and if the 2-axis controls limit the usefulness of the plane.

I love the design, but I can't help but thinking that it would be a better idea to stick with a more conventional 3-axis design like a Pietenpol or Legal Eagle. I'm just looking for something for cheap/fun low & slow flying that won't cost a fortune to maintain or fly.

Would anyone here who has flown one of these aircraft or one that uses the Mignet layout be able to chime in on what it's like to fly, especially as compared to a conventional aircraft?

Thanks
 
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