The Raven kit is basically a carbon copy of a Pitts S-2 for much lower price. It's just like a Pitts, but it 'ain't the real thing However, it was recomended to me by a very well know Pitt's racer and instructor (read pitts junkie).
My favorite, the Model 12, is awesome but very expensive. The acroduster is probably the most plane for the money. It is excellent, but it ain't the real thing (pitts) either.
You can build just about build any Pitts that you want. Lots of complete wings and Fuselages around, some are even factory built. Raven and Aviat both have all the parts you would ever need to build one.
Check out Aircraft Spruce's website in the kit section. I have no idea what it would cost to complete, but the kit prices should give you something to start with. Spruce sells a couple cheap Skybolt kits too, again I have no idea..........
Any biplane pilots on the board? Bought one last week (AcroSport II) and it's my first experience with biplanes. The wind is rough. I also ride a motorcycle, but this is different. It's nice in the front seat, but you must fly from the rear seat. The windshield is taller than my head, but the wind off the top wing strikes my face from above. At speeds over 100 the wind pushes my goggles down over my nose and the glasses I wear under the goggles are mashed against my face.
I thought about a helmet with a shield. Thought about ultra light helmets, David Clark, even military style. I need advice from someone who has who has had this experience.
Thanks,
HEADWIND
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