BEARHAWK PATROL

me to suspect that there would be no big problems in those areas.

Room for Improvement?

Electrical systems, avionics and entry steps are practical builder options. I doubt they would significantly affect overall performance due to a solid CG control and light wing loading combined with good power-to-weight ratio.

A constant speed prop seems like a natural addition, and Barrows is considering it. Takeoff and climb performance would be improved significantly for high altitude operations. Cruise performance at higher altitudes would be improved while achieving a lower fuel burn due to the ability to use higher manifold pressures and lower rpm settings. Glideslope control would be more positive due to the added