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Hi all, Our late friend and fellow Thorper Mr. David Flatter purchased a second Thorp just before his Passing,it is in my hanger. I was putting it back into flying shape for Dave as it is a complete airplane. It is an S-18, 0320 and a lot of new stuff, it just needs to be put in order. I have replaced the Main gear tires and tubes, and it now has a new tail wheel, there is too much to say about this bird,it is a very nice looking Thorp does not need paint or anything like that. After Dave's passing I can't make the thing fly for just anyone on account of liability. It has flown already and has 40hrs on the motor, I have talked with Juanita Dave's wife, and it is up for sale. It has a trailer with wing holders and it folds up and goes on the trailer very nicely. it will all go as a package for not near what it is worth. Anyone interested call me at 559-686-4588 evenings and we can discuss......Dan

Has this one been sold, or is it still available for sale ?

If not what does the panel [instruments and radios (nav and comm)] have.

Price ?

Rob Klatt

robklatt@comcast.net

(239) 572-1404

Do you have any pictures to put on here to show the airplane??????

I do believe the plane has sold, I will know next weekend. Dan

Go see Cal , Go see Cal , Go see Cal ! You remember him Dan . Cal Worthington .

RB

Yes ya ornery cuss, I do remember Cal but I never went to see him...Blue skies. Dan

Go see Cal had a Chevy dealership up here in Federal Way, WA, put out some crazy commercials, had a few good laughs, never visited him, I'm not a Chevy guy. I think my english teacher just did a flip flop in her grave on the sentence structure for that last one.

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Bruce Finney
N18JF T-18C #262
Yelm, WA USA

Cal was a landmark on SOCAL TV . He had several car lots in LA and his famous saying was "I'll stand on my head to make you a deal !" He was also a B-25 bomber pilot .

I stand corrected...he flew 20 B-17 missions over Germany . With that record I would buy a car from him !

RB

Well, The Thorp sold today Guys,we now have another Thorper in Florida!!! Thorpers gettin thicker than Gators out there aren't they. I will let him introduce himself when he is ready, he is a good guy and we are lucky to have him in the Thorp Family as he is and has been for a good while a commercial Aviator. Lets give him a good welcome when he signs on.......Dan

Howdy All !

I am the buyer of the S-18 formerly owned by the late Dave Flatter.

I wanted to introduce myself, and say that I am looking forward to being a part of the Thorp "community". It's great to have a resource such as this website, and forum to obtain experienced support.

It's a very cool airplane. I am very excited, and can't wait to get it back here in FL. I have always wanted one since the 18's performance and efficiency was pointed out to me when I was a younster. I have alot of respect for those you that have built your own.

When I get this bird home my plan is to get it put together, running, and ready for a CI.

If anyone in FL knows of an A&P with IA that is familiar with Thorps, I am looking for referrals.

Then I'll also be looking for someone to help me get familiar with flying it.

Rob

Rob,

We have a couple of flying Thorps in Lakeland with a couple more under construction. I'm sure you know that you don't need an IA to perform a condition inspection. Any knowlegable A&P can do it. If you find an A&P that you have confidence in, we can help him should he (she) have any Thorp specific questions.

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Bob Highley
N711SH
SN 835
KLAL

Bob,

No I had no idea that the A & P could do the CI w/o an IA, as this is the first EXPERIMENTAL I have owned. I have a lot to learn.

But I am more than happy to trailer it to KLAL if you guys know of someone in/at/around KLAL for both the CI, and the intro. to flying this vehicle.

I appreciate any guidance, thanks !

Rob

Rob,
Welcome. You will enjoy this little bird very much. I can tell you they fly like a dream. And being designed by a real engineer, they are better designed than many other experimentals you see around. Have confidence that it will take care of you, as long as you spend a little time with it.
Bill and Bob can hook you up with the Florida crowd.
Cubes

Hey Rob, Where in Florida are you? Welcome to the club!

Down in the SW just S of Fort Myers. I live in Naples, FL, just minutes from the KAPF airport.

Thank you!

Rob

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Rob Klatt
S-18 N119FF
KAPF