NEWSTexas Sport On The Cover Of Kitplanes Magazine

Marc Cook calls the Texas Sport, "Classic Cub perfection that you can now build yourself." Here are some excerpts from the article:

The Texas Sport Cub is, in every way, simply a Cub done smart. Flying qualities are classic Cub—actually, better.

This is about flying low over open land at sunset. Seeing your town from 1000 feet AGL.

Perfecting those takeoffs and landings after work during those long days of summer.

You fly with your eyes outside the cockpit, reacquainted with the wonder of flight.

See the entire article in Kitplanes Magazine - March 2008, or go to www.legend.aero/inprint/Kitplanes_Mar08.pdf. 

NEWSFinancing A Legend Cub With AirFleet Capital

Fly Away in a Legend Cub for as Little as $685/month.* American Legend now offers attractive financing on the popular Legend Cub.

Low Rates Long Terms Fast Turnaround Commercial Terms Available

Call AirFleet Capital to speak with a sport financing specialist today at 800-390-4324, or visit online at www.AirFleetCapital.com.

*Rates and terms current as of February 8, 2008, based on 10% down for 20 years fixed at a rate of 6.75%. For loan amounts at or above $100,000 the rate drops to 6.50% The outlined program is for customers holding a pilot’s license – additional programs available for non‐pilot applicants. Commercial programs available upon request.

NEWSOld School, New Plane - Build A Cub With You In Mind 

The American Legend Cub may be an old school design, but it’s a whole new airplane built expressly for today’s pilots. The Legend Cub was developed from the ground up as recently as 2005. As one would expect, a contemporary airplane must incorporate the latest in features. 

A wide range of options available for the Legend Cub enhance the safety, operation, and joy of ownership of this aircraft, among these are:

• Landing options:
  • Skis for snow and ice operations, and scenic wintertime flying
  • Floats for smooth water landings
  • Standard 6.00, larger 8.00, or tundra tires
• Modern options:
  • Continental or Jabiru engine with wood, composite or metal prop
  • State-of-the-art Garmin avionics
  • Dynon glass cockpit PFD & EMS
• Navigation options:
  • Autopilot and artificial horizon reduce workload and enhance the enjoyment of cross-country trips
  • Dual wing-mounted pulse landing light system greatly increases the airplane’s visibility and improves the pilot's vision in ground operations
• Personal choice:
  • J-3, PA-11, Super Cub or L-4 paint plus cowling options
  • Leather or cloth interior, cabin lighting, vented windows, and XM radio entertainment
• Safety options:
  • Airbag seatbelt system by AmSafe
  • Next generation 406 MHz ELT

LIFESTYLE1st Texas Sport KwikBild Completed

How does one build an airplane amid family, school, and a career? The answer is easy… With the Texas Sport KwikBild program. Making family a big part of the project can be among its greatest rewards.

KwikBild first customer, Bob Declerck, had many great things to say about his Texas Sport kit-building experience…

The thought of one day building a real plane was always in the back of my mind. However, at first school and then later a career and raising a family always came first.

I mentioned to my family that I was thinking about building a plane. Their response surprised me. My wife said, “Go for it,” and my boys said, “Why wait!”

I learned to fly in a Cub and had a lot of fun flying them on wheels and skis before I went into the Air Force. I was unwilling to sacrifice family time for the many months, or even years, required to build the average kit. A few weeks at a time I could handle. Furthermore, it was an absolutely wonderful opportunity to bond with my two sons.

There is no way to adequately describe the feeling of seeing all the pieces come together. Then later, looking out the window at a plane you built as the sun starts to set is pure joy. This was truly the experience of a lifetime. My feet still haven’t touched the ground.

Bob continues to enjoy his Texas Sport as he flies his self-crafted Cub from an unpaved strip in the Texas Hill Country. The word is, Bob is planning on building a second Texas Sport for family members. To read the whole story, go to www.legend.aero/customers.asp. 

LIFESTYLEProfessional Photographer, Airplane Collector, Friend Of Legend

Jim Wilson is a professional photographer, collector of airplanes, and a good friend here at American Legend. When you talk to Jim, you realize very quickly that his interests are people and airplanes. He’s a soft-spoken person. He’s a thinking man. Picture him posed with hand on chin, a thought-filled stare into space. That’s a likely self-portrait.

As one of American Legend’s earliest customers, Jim fell in love with the Legend Cub. Jim is a Texas resident, living less than two hours from the factory in Sulphur Springs, where he is a frequent visitor. Perhaps he can’t get enough of the airplanes being built there. Perhaps he enjoys the camaraderie. Likely, it’s both.

As I mentioned, Jim is a professional photographer. And at American Legend, the folks are truly blessed to have a friend like Jim. He travels with not only his great spirit, but always with a camera, or two, in tow. Some superb photos of the Legend Cub, in particular many of those used in company ads, print materials and elsewhere, are a credit to Jim’s professional talents.

From an early photo shoot, I recall Jim seated and belted sideways in a Legend Cub with his feet resting outside the cabin on the right wing struts. Flying in this position for hours one day in the designated camera ship, Jim never winced. The numbness in his legs was no match for his love affair with camera and Cubs.

I recall Jim's expression as he proudly showed the results of the photo shoot. Picture, if you will, a group of tired, parched and hungry men, sitting down for a belated meal. Jim stole the group's attention away from food and towards the enjoyment of his photos. His contemplative smile told a story of fulfillment quite like that of a satisfying meal.

You can see Jim’s photos at www.jimwilsonphotography.com, or www.legend.aero/gallery.

Jim also happens to be a devoted family man, and a grandfather of two future Cub pilots. 

READBACKFrom Legend.aero

MANUFACTURINGClyde Smith Seminar Hosted By American Legend

A builder's and operator's seminar was held at the facilities of American Legend on the weekend of March 22–24th. This seminar was given by the legendary Clyde Smith Jr. Dozens were on hand to listen, participate, and learn from the vast experiences of Clyde. Topics ranged from manufacturing, to maintenance to covering techniques. Participants came from as far as Alaska and New York. Mike Caraway of Keller, Texas, had the following to say about his experience:

I'm sure things are returning to normal by now after the Cub seminar weekend. I want to thank you guys for having it. I really learned alot and enjoyed meeting the rest of the guys in the class. I really was impressed with your factory. It was first class in all respects. And what a product. As a Cub owner for over 30 years, I was skeptical of how good a replacement for the original Cub your plane could be. It was terrific. Thanks for the ride Darin. You made me look good.

If you are interested in attending a similar event, please contact Darin Hart for future dates at 903-885-7000.

MANUFACTURINGKwikBild Class Schedule

Make your plans now to attend one of our upcoming KwikBild sessions:

Monday, June 2, 2008 — KwikBild™ 14-Day Program Start
Monday, September 1, 2008 — KwikBild™ 14-Day Program Start
Monday, November 10, 2008 — KwikBild™ 14-Day Program Start
T.B.D. — Fabric Piper Restoration Seminar by Clyde Smith, Jr. "The Cub Doctor"

For more on Texas Sport kit aircraft manufacturing, go to www.txsport.aero.

EVENTSPlaces To See The Legend Cub

• Sebring, Florida — January 2008, U.S. Sport Aviation Expo 2008. This was another successful show for American Legend. Although many attendees were delayed en-route to Florida due to weather, the turnout was strong, and new plane orders were taken for the Legend Cub. In addition, many current Legend Cub owners turned up, happy to talk to visitors about their aircraft. Thanks to all those who stopped by.
• Lakeland, Florida — April 8–13, 2008, Sun 'n Fun Fly-In. What can you expect this year:
  • Demo aircraft located at X49. Call now to schedule a demo flight.
  • American Legend will hold a customer event Friday evening. Everyone is welcome.
  • Fly from SLR to LAL with us. We will depart on Friday, April 4th, and arrive in advance of the show on Saturday afternoon. Call us if you'd like to join the covey.
  • See the Legend FloatCub at Fantasy of Flight at the Sun ‘n Fun Splash-In on Thursday, April 10th.
  • See the newest Legend Cub on display in booth MD10, on the flight line. This aircraft will feature Amsafe air-bag belts, advanced avionics and open cowl Continental O-200 configuration. It will be available for sale.
    
  • See the Texas Sport, a completed amateur-built Cub.
• Suffolk, Virginia — June 14–15, 2008, Virginia Regional Festival of FLIGHT.
• Lock Haven, Pennsylvania — June 17–21, 2008, Sentimental Journey to Cub Haven Fly-In.
• Watkins, Colorado — June 27–29, 2008, Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In.
• Oshkosh, Wisconsin — July 28 – August 3, 2008, EAA AirVenture.
• Greenville, Texas — September 27, 2008, EAA Chapter 914 Fly-In.
• Casa Grande, Arizona — October 23–26, 2008, COPPERSTATE Regional EAA Fly-In.
• San Jose, California — November 6–8, 2008, AOPA Expo.
• Sulphur Springs, Texas — Come by the factory, anytime!

ORDERINGHow To Order Your New Legend Cub

Specifying and ordering a new Legend Cub can be done online with our interactive website. Here you can view a list of options, and custom-build an aircraft suited to your particular needs.

It’s simple, just go to www.Legend.aero, then click on “Pricing/Options” at the top of the page. From there you: 1) Check the options you want, 2) Click “Submit”, and 3) A representative from American Legend will contact you to discuss your order. We look forward to speaking with you about the Legend Cub.