Why I fly Kitfox - FreedomFox Walk Around 

"It's a skill race, it isn't based on your equipment." Mike Patey: *laughs in Draco*

Here's a man that has aeronautical knowledge and knows his way around the Kitfox... well done!

Thanks for sharing your video with us! I was a design engineer for SkyStar Aircraft from 1993 until 2004 and helped design the Series 5. I later was the engineering manager for CubCrafters and worked on the original Carbon Cub. I would take the Kitfox over the Carbon Cub any day. It has a more efficient airfoil, and your flight controls are much more responsive. I look forward to seeing your plane in person sometime.

As someone who is considering building a Kitfox I appreciate your perspective. Thanks for sharing!

I haven't flown in over 40 years but back in the day (mid 1960's), getting my Private SEL, I flew several of my required cross-countries in a Cessna 140 (tailwheel). Once I got the hang of it, ALL my landings in a tricycle gear improved due to the tailwheel experience. And I pulled off some really short landings in that Cessna 140. I would really have enjoyed getting into the kind of flying you do. I did several landings at the dirt strip at Timmonsville, SC, and numerous times in and out of the grass strip at Westwego, LA. It always felt really good being off the pavement.. Keep the videos coming. This 74-year-old aviation buff is enjoying them all.

As a guy who is inspired and figuring his way though the journey of discovery, your videos are an invaluable resource. Thank-you Trent!

Wow, I have looked for this video for YEARS. Glad it finally came up in my cue all on its own.

Thanks for being so public about your KitFox 5. I'm still evaluating what it is that I'm looking for, but I am leaning heavily toward a KitFox. Keep the vids coming, love seeing them!

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for taking the time to make this video! The information and the sincerity in the way it's provided has been an encouragement to me as my wife and I navigate what it looks like for me to train as a bush pilot for the ministry and potentially in the future buy a plane. I'm going to Sutton Alaska in August with a team at Kingdom Air Corp for a mission trip, your content has given me more questions to be prepared to ask. Thank you again! Keep the videos coming!

Yes! I've always been super curious about what goes on in that plane! Thanks for sharing!

Trent, you are a blessing to aviation. It's talented people like you who inspire people to go out and become pilots. This might be asking a lot, but if you could find the time to do it, l'm sure a lot of viewers, including myself, would like to know how much all your mods cost and where they could get them done. Got my license in 1965 in a 1947 Fleet Canuck in Windsor, Ontario Canada where l'm from. At 74, l'm now living in Kimberley, British Columbia with my 32 year old wife. And, because of you, l'm in the market for a Kitfox. The world needs more people like you. You are truly an Aviation Ambassador !!!

Thanks for making this Trent. I enjoyed hearing more about your bird and how it's set up. Very motivational also! You live in such a beautiful part of the country.

One of your best vids, mate. I've only just arrived at your channel. Am normally a rotor head but am loving the STOL videos. I'm heading out to the Australian STOL champs this morning, in fact. Thanks for your content, Trent. It's superb. I think I may look at a Kitfox now. I used to be prejudicial against them but you've definitely"turned" me😁. Cheers mate.

I don't fly. Got 26 hrs on a Piper 140 in the 1960's. Enjoyed it then and solo'ed after 6 hours. Ran across this video from a STOL vid link my brother-in-law sent me. He flew. Anyway, I was incredibly impressed with both you and your plane. You really know your stuff. 'nough said.

Thanks for taking the time to make this video, I have been on the fence between a CH-750 kit, and a kitfox. Still not sure which way I will go, but glad to have your insight. Cheers!

You’re a very smooth presenter, Trent, I always enjoy your episodes. 👍👍👍

Good video. I have a kitfox 4 with 100 HP ULS Rotax engine. My power to weight is great. My plane does have a spring gear so landing short is a challenge. My Kitfox has all the clean airfoils which makes it a go some where airplane rather than stohl. I cruise at 110 mph at 4800 rpm. 115 mph at 5000 rpm with the angle I have set on my three bladed warp drive prop. To try to land short is pilot technique. One bounce and you float. If I keep nose up with a slow hard slip then occasionally I due it right. Sometimes I come in with full flapperons, trimed to nose up , little power and stall right at touch down. I just can't do it every time. I thought about changing gear, but in south west ohio we have plenty of grass strips that I land in safely so I just enjoy what I have. Thanks for your video's because I can relate to what your saying. Stay safe..

Well done video Trent! You 'were right about getting the plane out in it's element; the backdrop really added to this video. You have a good voice and used great informative content. I'm tossing around the idea of building a kit now that I'm retired. Thanks for doing this great video. You should keep making videos!

I thoroughly enjoyed the breakdown of your Kitfox. I've been in a light plane one time in my life, some 45 yrs ago. I am 68 now and just waiting on the day Trent Palmer comes to central Alabama and takes me flying. Be careful, good luck and take care!

Excellent vid. Thank you. Really appreciate: 1. explanation of your aircraft's background and custom upgrades and 2. comparison to the cubs and carbon cubs. Keep all the different types of vids you shoot coming. Fly safe. Beast to Hailey.

Yes, great Kitfox video. Thanks for sharing. Currently a J3 Driver (N3336N). On my bucket list to build a Kitfox.

I really liked this video! For a newbie I have wondered why choose a kitfox over a cub and the differences. This really helped lay things out. Thanks.

the side by side seating is exactly why my wife and i might build a Kitfox over getting a Cub, or an RV7 versus an -8. I might need to get me one of these. looks like a kick in the pants. and I grew up flying a true Pacer. good stuff man!

Really love your videos, Trent! Thanks for sharing all the modifications you've put into your kitfox - that's super awesome of you! I definitely agree with you on the Kitfox vs Carbon Cub debate. Another point to note is the Carbon Cub has cruise speed of 96 MPH! It's super slow compared to the Kitfox! The plane just doesn't have enough advantages to justify the $200,000 more money you need to bring to the table to buy one vs a Kitfox. The Kitfox is a more well-rounded aircraft and pretty cheap. It's the definite winner for me.

Great explanation! You answered all the questions I had! Thanks! Congratulations on the great life you and your wife have!

Perry from Nanaimo BC , Stumbled upon one of your videos yesterday and watching them ever since . What a wonderful job you do with your flying and camera work . My brother is a pilot and

Haha great to see the BD Stryk lights. Used to run those on my motorcycle for night time touring, and now they’ve moved over to a pushbike for night rides 🚲😬💪

I'm watching this on a Tuesday. Great job with the clairvoyance!

Nicely done. I've always liked the Kitfox and this is probably the best I've ever seen.

Love the video Trent, thanks for the in depth review of your plane. *Dance the Skies*

Must say that I do love your videos, very informative and really makes me want to get into flying. Also the music you use is really good along with good editing, keep it up! Greetings from Sweden!

I like the 6 cylinder radial cowling. Unique. Keep up your good work and best wishes to you and your wife.

Thanks Trent, I like the side by side seats to more elbow room never thought of the CG so thanks for explaining that difference, also I would not have thought to upgrade the brakes when going to larger tire's. Thanks awesome video.

So far, you are the most enthusiastic and entertaining Kitfox owner I've seen to date. Was looking into a kit at the very beginning when it was out of my financial range and amazed at how much they've evolved but just as much fun. Family obligations killed the full scale dream a while back.

Gotta love a Kitfox. Thanks for sharing your setup.

Love your videos; both aesthetically and intellectually pleasing!

Your airplane is not only an extremely capable aircraft, it is a work of art! This is where function meets form! I hope to own one myself someday...

Such an awesome plane! One can hear and feel that you’ve put your heart into this baby. Greetings from a German Eurofox flyer (a European factory built spinoff - you might know it as the Aerotrek A240 in the US)

I love your airplane! I saw it up close at Oshkosh this year! Would love to have a kitfox one day. Thanks for giving us details about your setup.

Hi Trent, great video. I owned N2280J for 5 years and sold to Icelandic Air pilot in April (2017). Really miss it. Mine was a Kitfox IV Sportster with an 80HP ROTAX. The 28 gallon tanks and 100+ mph cruise made it a great cross country machine. That Big Bore Zipper sounds like a great mod. I look forward to seeing your other videos. Regards, John

Great walk around, 'down to earth' informative. I'm trying to talk myself into building a Kitfox.

Great job reviewing the aircraft. I really like the casual, honest, and technical way you did the review. If you ever get a chance to compare to the SuperStol I'd like to hear your opinion on that one. You did an awesome job upgrading your Kitfox and it's definitely something to be proud of. Thanks!

Best explanation i've heard in regards to why YOU choose a kitfox. you are true to your reasons and really make a great argument and comparison to why you choose kitfox over the all mighty carbon cub. great job, and I love the flying you do. keep it up and stay safe!

I have been watching videos priceing plane and all fpr the past 6 months trying too find the right one for me... Your videos are awesome and cannot wait to buy one

Trent, you can't have a better airplane and setup for what you are doing. I think with your ability, you can fly with the best of cubs. Keep the vids coming, they are addicting, indeed!

Keep on doing exactly what your doing!

Great Video... Enjoyed hearing your perspective about the KitFox...

Good Day Trent, as a novice this is valuable information to myself. Thanks very much for sharing.

Thanks for the info on your plane! I'd sure love to own one someday! Love the thought of being able to drop into back country places!

I'm flying the Kitfox on Microsoft Flight Simulator. I love it. Thank you!

Nice one Trent! -Austin

Thank You Trent, The Safari is now on my short list. I really like your videos.

Good job Trent--- John and Debra should be happy that you are around...

Trent, you have been a motivation for me, inspiration will come later. A engineer friend of mine who is heavily into aviation advised "aircraft ownership is a financial black hole". I am inclined to agree with him from his argumentative perspective. I received an inheritance which was not divided uniformly among the family. I wish to pass along what assets are left after my life to assist family most close to me. I feel guilty projecting those assets toward a selfish end. However, the flying passion still is there. Many questions remain to be answered before I take the plunge.

thanks for the tour! you forgot to mention how awesome it looks!

Loved the tour and info on your Kitfox! Thanks for sharing it!

Nice video. I wish every plane had such a well done walk around

Great video Trent...good presentation skills, great editing and very informative

You made me fall in love with that plane . Thank you.

I would love one of these someday. Being able to fly is my dream. I just want to pack some camping supplies, fly out into a mountain clearing, camp for 2 or 3 days in a super secluded place, get some drone footage, and fly home. Im 27, finishing up my degree, and everything is expensive right now, but things like this are what im working for. That adventure and freedom.

loved the comparison, great detail, love your Vlogs.

Thank you, you gave some really good insights on a STOL fixed wing I had no idea about. I liked the helicopter on the wall at your house.

Hey bro I have been watching all your vlogs and you are an inspiration too me. I'm going to be getting my things together to build my own kitfox.thank you keep it up.

the quality of this video is incredible

The snap is AWESOME! Love it!

Fantastic overview! Been looking at the Kitfox's for a few years now, hopefully I'll be able to afford one soon. Keep it up! :)

This is the coolest video I've ever seen on RU-vid! Well done!

Thanks, these more in-depth videos are great! As fun as it is to see entertaining flying, too :)

Thanks. Fascinating videos. Love watching them. Keep safe

Really enjoyed this more technical rundown

As always Trent, your videos are a joy to view. Looking forward to meeting up sometime in the future. My SS7 should be complete by next Summer! Your videos have one unfortunate aspect. They make me want to spend more money... Tires, gear, wings etc etc.

Slowly on my way toward a fox. Transitioning from private glider, I put in 3 hours in on a champ today. Having that engine thing up front is quite different! And the extra points of contact on landing...

Great walk through! Makes me want to buy one even more.

Trent...hope you get this...am a new subscriber and really enjoy the vids. I am an Ex Air Force guy...retired now. Maybe you have done this already but... was thinking a cool vid would be a "How To" for guys wanting to get into the kind of flying that you and your buddies do....training and what you can expect to lay out for a basic, safe and fun airplane to fly. p.s. Impressive job that you have done getting your Kit Fox dialed in....great paint scheme! Thanks - Terry in Justin Texas.

Nice video with thoughtful comments and descriptions.

Hej Trent, your Videos are really inspiring to me. I alwasy loved the look of those bushplanes, but now there is the wish growing in my head to make a plilot's licence, get a bushplane and leave Germany for a country with better bushflying possibilities when i finished studying. Maybe, maybe when i find time besides studying and my RC speedplane projects i built a Freedomfox inspired RC plane first. Maybe.. Kind regards and keep up your great work with those videos!

I think you've just sold me on Kitfox if I'm ever at a point in my life where I can confidently be in the market for a bushplane. Especially your description about the CG envelope and the adjustable rudder pedals.

Incredible video! I really appreciate the wealth of information! Keep em coming!

I REALLY enjoy your personality !!!! Thanks !!!

Great video answered lots of questions! Thanks Trent! Good job!

I like that Prince Prop on your Kitfox. I have about 1,000hrs now flying with P-tips. If your prop is matched (made) correctly to the desired max rpms it's an awesome propeller. Hard to beat a P-tip.

Love your plane ! thank you for your explanation !! I LOVE IT !

Excellent job! Made me want to go out and buy one.

I like the ASI behind the iPad mini! Great idea!

Really helpful. LOVE your plane Sir. Thank you for sharing.

super episode this one, very good presentation of your plane. I'm jealous

Great video.. haven't found another descriptive kitfox vid like this before.. even when I live 5 min from kitfox factory.. keep it up!!!

That is great info on your plane and even though I’m not huge on the STOL type plane. I see a lot of the love of my plane and thought process of why I bought it as you have for yours! The direct linkage is a great feel. My Mooney 201 really feels like a race car, and I’m sure as light as your plane is it gives you some awesome response. I use the description as surgical in the air. I’m very much enjoying your videos and glad RU-vid suggested your channel. On to your next one:)

oops wrong button ... my brother is a pilot with 2 small planes in Vancouver so I text him to see if he & his buddies have watched your videos, turns out they are in Oshkosh now so I asked him to search youtube for your video Trent Palmer Kitfox low and slow to Oshkosh . Can't wait for him to email me back, I know he and his pals will love it . P.S. good luck with your new home and strip

Great video, Trent. Thanks for the info.

Fabulous paint job!

Oh man, the plane and the place... wow...

excellent video. thanks for the tour.

Very cool Trent, I love it 🛩️👍

I have watched several of your videos and you have a great channel. Keep up the great work. Hope to have a plane one day.

Why do I want a plane now ;)!!!!!!! Awesome videos Trent!

Really wanted to thank you for this video. I've caught the flying bug and combined with my desire to make a move from WI to Alaska and live a much more outdoor lifestyle (think fishing and hunting as much as possible) the idea of a STOL aircraft with decent payload is one that interests me. Really liked the way you went through your thought process.

What an awesome Plane. Sweet dreams are made of this.

I simply love the kit fox. Design excellence.

Very informative and detailed video! Great job.