I owned an older certified aircraft. I liked it but was frustrated with fixing it (and paying someone else to do it!) ADS-B coming... etc. I've been twisting knobs since learning to fly some time ago and decided that since I have a more modern truck I might as well have a more modern aircraft. so, what to get, 1) Fixed gear. 2) FADEC 3) Roomy 4) Easy to get in/out of the cockpit. 5) Economical to operate. 6) Modern avionics. 7) Simplicity of construction. Talked to a lot of builders (thank you for your experience and knowledge!) Decided on the Sling 4 Tsi quickbuild. 50% deposit made June 2109