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For some time now, I've been thinking about building a replica of Ben
Epps' 1907 monoplane. For those of you not familiar with Georgia aviation, this was the first plane built and flown in the state. Ben's youngest son, Pat Epps, currently owns the big FBO at DeKalb-Peachtree in Atlanta. This page has a photo of the 1907. The website belongs to a friend of mine: http://www.hillfamily.org/david/aviation/Epps1924/ I happened to be showing my Wright machine in the Epps hangar one day in 2003 when Pat aproached me. We talked for a few minutes about the Wright gliders, and then I mentioned his father's 1907 machine. Pat didn't seem too keen on the idea of a flying replica, but he did give me a very good video about his father and family. He also personally asked me not to try to fly the 1907 if I ever did build one. SO, here's my question: Would anyone, like say, airshow organizers, pay money to see this plane if it is restricted to taxi passes and static displays? Keep in mind, it was originally powered by a 1000cc Anzani v-twin. The replica would be powered by a similar v-twin motorcycle engine, with the loudest exhaust known to man. It would also incorporate a few safety mods such as brakes, nosewheel steering, a better seat, and reinforced joinery. Other than that, the idea would be to reproduce the aircraft as closely as possible. No ailerons or double-surface wing, etc. Opinions welcome. Harry |
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These are the types of displays that are almost always commissioned or
sponsored by an interested party, not the viewing public. So, to answer your question, probably not. It would attract my interest in a museum or public display, but I wouldn't pay to see it outside the context of a museum with other aircraft. |
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