Re: Smith Miniplane

Re: Smith Miniplane

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Smith Miniplane Chuck 04-02-2006
I was 5; 8" and 140 lbs. when I built it and had plenty of room. I am about
175 now but could still fit. Frank Smith was about my height and around
160 - 170 #. The cockpit was surprisingly roomy.
Chuck


> Dan wrote:
>> I wonder how big and heavy a pilot this can fly. It's a rather tidy
>> looking machine.
>>
>> Dan, U.S. Air Force, retired
>
> I am 6'3 and 10 stone.
>
> The fellow who owned the plane was a short (person).
>
> Rudder pedals were a little close.
> A little tighter than a Pitts, maybe - but not that much.
>
> Cozy...
>




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