David Dean's John Dormer Special (1st of its kind):

David purchased the plans for the JD Special as a starting point. The aircraft will be constructed to fit the new LSA category in the US.

The construction process allows for a high degree of modification to suit requirements and as such requires an experienced builder to undertake such a project.

John Dormer lives close by to David, and together they have calculated that Rotec's R2800 will be suitable as far as weight and balance goes.

• 74" diameter prop
• One piece aluminum Grove gear that has been extended and widened six inches for prop clearance of 12"
• Extend the fuselage 2" in the cockpit area. Fuselage length remains the same as in the original design
• The fuselage was also built flat sided vice the trapezoidal design on the prototype making it easier to accommodate the Rotec and easier to build
• A six inch Raven locking tail wheel will extend the distances from the main gear wheels and the tail wheel by eight inches.
• Locate the battery behind the seat to achieve a slightly aft CG

The project begins....