Ryan
You got me worried there for a minute JDK!
I agree that the Menasco-engined STA is a work of art, as rare as rocking horse poo and yes, I want one (theres a surprise...).
With plenty of PT22's out there (I have a rebuildable crashed one for example) I wonder if there is a significant commonality of parts? They do look similar.
I think we might see my 22 displayed at OW on the 6th, however that decision isn't mine of course. One thing is certain - it won't be me. Although I have soloed it I need to get some time on type. At least a 'proper' Shuttleworth pilot will present it far better than I can.
The good news is that the Shuttleworth engineers have given it the once over and have given me the thumbs up on a good machine.
Reading through the article earlier made me chuckle - 'The Ryan is for slim, fit young men'. I ain't any of those and had no problem in flying it! I have some good mates a lot lardier than me and they will be invited to fly it too.
HP