The DAR inspection went without a hitch on Friday, 04-24-15. I took her up for the first time on Sunday, 04-26-15. I purchased the project four years and one month ago from a gentleman that has started the build in the mid 80's. The project was transported via trailer from Atlanta Georgia to the Houston Texas area. From there it made its way to San Diego. Many late nights have been spent getting it to this point.
The first flight went without incident. I did see some high CHT's (490), but I attribute this to not giving it an adequate chance to cool and new "0" cylinders. The plane was a hands-off flier. This was my first time in the front of a canard. I was fortunate enough to be offered back seat time in multiple. I have been in contact with the originally owner, he is pretty stoked to stay the least. I am looking forward to taking her through the paces.
Video below.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/o8hzlnox767qec8/1st%20Flight%20308FP.avi?dl=0