Looking at buying one of these .. but wanted to take a flip in one first. If there is any member who has one, somewhere between Abilene and Dallas, and is willing to have me along on a short flight from either tarmac or water, drop me a line russ at vh2q dot the usual. And comments on the practicality of this kit plane would also be welcome, as would leads to planes for sale. Any thoughts on the use of the mazda rotary engine? I think they burn a lot more fuel than the recommended Lycoming. Needs around 150HP apparently. Subaru diesel?