Welcome


The purpose of this site is for the documentation of building #351 Thatcher CX4 Aircraft. If you are not familiar with the CX4, go to Thatcher Aircraft, Inc. for more info.

The posts are presented in reverse chronological order - the newest first. You can click on one of the "Labels" to the right to see all of the posts concerning a specific topic. Click on any photo for a larger image.

About the Builder

Posted by Ed C. on Tuesday, September 1, 2009 / Labels: /

My name is Ed Christian. I currently own a RV-6 which was built by Ben Covington. It is based at 61GA - the Pea Patch Aerodrome. It is a great airplane and I enjoy it very much. I have always had a desire to build an airplane. When I read the sport aviation article about the Thatcher CX4 - it sure did catch my interest. It has great lines and a simple design. This will be my first homebuilt project.

My father got me interested in flying at a young age. I started flying a J-3 Cub at 16 years old. I was fortunate to have a great instructor Forrest Boshears! After college, I joined the Air Force and flew T-38’s and F-16’s. After that, I was hired by Delta Air Lines. I flew the 727 as engineer, MD-88, 757, 767, and I am currently on the 777.


Solo at KDNL in J-3 Cub

T-38 Columbus AFB

F-16 Hill AFB


Big GE Engine B777LR

Contact/Email

Posted by Ed C. / Labels: /
Please email me below. Sorry for the form, but it reduces spam!

Links

Posted by Ed C. / Labels: /
Thatcher CX4
  • http://www.thatchercx4.com - Thatcher Aircraft, Inc. The official website for CX4! About, Ordering, Specs, Parts, etc.
  • David Thatcher - email to order Canopy, Windshield, Front windshield retainer, Canopy and windshield bows with skirts, Canopy latch, Stick & elevator control with boot Rudder pedals and assembly, Elevator horn, Exhaust system , Nylon bearing set
  • http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CX4 - Online forum for CX4 builders and enthusiasts
  • Peter Beck - email Peter Beck about Pre-maid spar, Pre-maid ribs/bulkheads or Quick-Build Wings &
    Fuselage
  • Earnest Martin - email Earnest Martin about Cowl, Wingtips, Wheel pants
Materials & Parts
Tools
Engines
Propellers
Instruction

Ideas

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Battery Tender

I use one of these on my RV-6. I will definately add one on the CX4 - it insures your battery is at full charge every time you show up! You keep a connection where you can easily get to it like the oil door or exhaust outlet in cowl.

http://batterytender.com