At 11:12 AM 12/20/2011, you wrote: >Hi folks, > Anyone on the list have any words for an aspiring pilot and KR > enthusiast about taking part/all of the private pilot instruction in a KR? >Rich +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
My opinion is that the KR, in it's original form, is less than an ideal training aircraft. The 2S with some mods like wider fuselage, more power, dual controls, and tri-gear might be o.k. I think you would be placing more obstacles in your path going that route than is necessary. Insurance, instructors, check pilots, to name a few. There is much more in learning to fly than controlling the airplane. The KR is a GREAT flying airplane that any competent pilot can fly but it would be like using a Chevy Corvette for a drivers training car. Just not a good way to start. There may be a number of options available to you, depending on where you live, to keep the cost of getting a license a low as possible. Check out all the possibilities. Larry Flesner
