by MrMorden Wed Sep 20, 2017 8:44 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. One impression I have gained from being around the Part 103 crowd is the striking lack of knowledge about aircraft and engines. Legal Eagle did most famously. List ByDanJohnson.com all LSA Services each one verified to have the airplane or expertise you seek. (see below), Reduction D. The Backyard flyer. I honestly thought Nemeth stopped developing addons. I didn't love that it has a yoke instead of a stick, but that's just personal preference. Thanks! Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Plus, a deal awaits some lucky buyer. by HAPPYDAN Mon Sep 18, 2017 12:24 pm, Post My question is, how reliable is this engine? What am I doing wrong ? Yet here is an airplane, being built at a tiny fraction of the quantity of any automobile, selling for as little as half the price of the average new car. Aluminum Fuel And even that is pushing it. AEROLITE 103 Builders Vlog @aerolite103buildersvlog8 1.95K subscribers 76 videos This channel was created for anyone who owns the Aerolite 103 ultralight airplane. May 10, 2018 in Please contact by email or text one of the directors for more . I am a Private flying as Sport Pilot. In a mere 20 hours during bankers hours, some might say an Aerolite 103 will go from kit to flyable aircraft. with Suspension, The Polini Thor will work well on the Aerolite. Despite the simplicity of the Aerolite 103 I cant start the engine without using the auto option. What a shame they dont. i found the fuel tap so how do i i turn it ???? 2) what is this bulb at the end of the blue cable or tube on the right side of the cockpit? Hoping to one day be on the left seat of a real airplane! Start button - press. The problem is that finding a 4-stroke under 80lbs. He replied, We contemplated this (having others help) but ultimately decided to allow people to view, but not participate., The two primary reasons, Dennis continued, were EAAs request for us to provide liability insurance for anyone providing hands-on assistance (which I doubt is even available, and our hangar policy does not extend to third-party locations), and our desire to keep the build on track given the fairly small number of hours available in the Workshop Tent from Tuesday to Saturday.. The loss of engine power due to the seizure of the magneto piston. Some Google searching yielded the solution to my woes. And I am entitled to my opinion. We Need Information! I like this bird, something is wrong whit the payload calculation,so you have to enter a very low pilot weigth, but otherwise a nice but different experience. Youd need a good redrive to swing a prop with that and it would probably run you as much as the motor but youre still only in $1,400 ish at that point. I find that amazing and it appears a sufficient number to keep U-Fly-It active and profitable, so much so that the DeLand, Florida company cant keep up. These were amazing efforts as this video describes, but Dennis and his Aerolite thinks they can do it quicker far quicker. After he put this on his Facebook page, this show airplane will surely sell long before Oshkosh 2019 starts. I had to look few minutes also the fuel valve (red handle) is under the tank (it's easier if you look at it from outside). The engines are better, too, but even more important our understanding of how to run and maintain a 2-stroke engine is better as well you cant treat a 2-stroke like a Lycoming and expect it to last. The Aerolite 103 Hello, A-103 is like Quicksilver RTF and Belite is like a very puny Cub (it's actually a much reworked Kitfox that's hardly recognizeable anymore). Both Legal Eagle and Hummelbird were only compatible with very small pilots, and the latter also disposed with the canopy. ANIM_rotate_key 7 6.99978874 U-Fly-It has a dealer in Germany for some years. Hummel, Belite, Mini-Max and a few others claim to be able to do this. I was able to google a manual - searching for "aerolite103 checklist". I need to put those funds to toilet paper hoarding maan yes good point to make, putting it into perspective its not a horrible price. So I talked to Aerolite 103. They added kits as a way to help keep up but their business is extremely solid. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Parachute! But every pilot flying a 2-stroke knows that and flies accordingly, right? Yasin: I am sure you can order from overseas. When pressing the start button the engine turns over but it appears to be starved of fuel. I badly wanted this to be a solid release as I could see myself having a blast flying low and slow and taking in the sights with this one. Im a French ultralight pilot renting Savannah and Bingo all year long. So, surely that means you get some super stripped-down aircraft with no features, both to save money and to stay within FAR Part 103s demanding weight and flight envelope parameters right? However, on whole, I think this is a highly reliable aircraft. I need a complete kit of 103. 32 HP Kawasaki 340 Powered Aerolite $15,900, 28 HP Hirth F-33 Powered Aerolite $16,790. No, those figures are not typos!|. since new. Kolb Firefly (and Trifly, the tricycle-gear version of the Firefly). So, how affordable can Aerolite be to warrant my claiming super affordability?, Rob Tuttle, following Aerolite on Facebook, posed a similar question, How much minus delivery?. Modern ultralights are perfectly fine, their engines have also come a long way. The demand is clearly there. with basic flight and engine aerolite @uflyit.com 386-738-4444 915 Biscayne Blvd., Hangar B, DeLand, FL 32724 We respond to ALL email messages and phone calls. answer it. On 5/10/2018 at 3:42 PM, jschallenberg said: Tech Support: Information! Here's at least one that was load tested. Our distributor in Europe uses the Thor 250 on some of their Aerolites, and the performance is adequate. A number of ultralights fly with 4-stroke engines. When Help Comes to the Rescue FAST! I can appreciate that they require more attention to maintenance than other engines. I just received a September copy of SPORT AVIATION, in which there is an excellent article regarding the Aerolite 103. XP11 General discussion. Founder of MSFS Addons and a flight simulation enthusiast since the early days of FSX. Sure, it should be way easier with a VR set ! TIA! Filed Under: Aerolite 103, Splog, U-Fly-It. Tank, Dacron Covering, You will need to create a username and password on your first visit - click the register link at the upper right to proceed, and join the conversation! Or maybe designing your own aircraft? The Aerolite 103 has been around since 1997 as either a fully assembled aircraft or as an assembly kit. This dedication within the aviation community has made flying safer than driving despite what landlubbers believe is a risky way to travel.February 11, 2021, UPDATE 1/14/21 Regretfully, I must announce that DeLand has cancelled its Flyway to Highway event due to Covid-19. DJ Flying Into Oshkosh An Eye-Opener, but What If You Were Really Young, and in an Ultralight Aircraft? Aerolite 103 aircraft. The new owner can load it up on Saturday afternoon/evening, Dennis finished, or we can deliver it to you. How can I be involved with this one week build? It's just expensive and cannot take any options (like wheel pants). Backyard Flyer vs Arolite 103 Welcome to EAA Forums! I know that to certify this aircraft in Europe (as the Aerolite 120), some engineering changes were required. Kassu62 Members 21 2. At 220, the climb rate is about 600 feet per minute, and cruise speed about 55 miles an hour. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Length: 16 ft. 3.25 in. If you have to wait because the line is busy, it is probably because other pilots agree with me that Aero-Lite 103 is a desirable machine. NONE of the above works for me. All them some time to respond as they are very busy building more Aerolite 103s. Why? Is Hirths 28-horsepower F33 enough power for bigger pilots, say someone weighing 250 pounds? is a professionally built, ready-to-fly, legal The Aerolite 103 is available as either a fully assembled, ready-to-fly, single seat aircraft, or as a Quick-Build Kit that you can assemble yourself in Less Than 50 Hours! U-Fly-It owner Dennis Carley replied, The normal price for this aircraft, assembled and ready to fly as it is equipped, is $21,680 without the parachute, $25,065 with the chute. Airshows can bring even better prices but continue with this story for an even more unbelievable value. This is more expensive than the Aerolite103 but with faster performance. I helped with the RV 12 last year. General Discussion. Let me explain. A new and updated version of the Scottish Wings livery with the latest logo.just for fun. Does everything work in it after todays update? Of course there are plenty of VW conversions, but here too weight becomes an issue. Youd need a <70lb. I don't know much about them. Home Videos Live Playlists. Shortly after takeoff, I quickly lose altitude and crash. We literally can not build them fast enough.. this article about Aerolite with a four stroke. HeliSimmer.com Forums Nemeth Designs . It never stops. KGEO This is a solid, great flying ultralight. Airframe, I would order one right now if they did. thats a sub EUR 10 aircraft all day. https://www.uflyit.com/aerolite103main.htm, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Ill do the calculation for you. Usually, you people complain about over-regulation by the FAA. The Aerolite 103 ultralight aircraft is now for sale again by u-fly-it who now is manufacturing this wonderful aircraft in DeLand FL. an old thread, but I'm new to XP11. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. It is one of the ways to fly an aircraft in America and some other countries like Germany*, under similar rules with hardly any interference from authorities. Right now the Aerolite has been broken up in three sections (main fuselage, left and right wing with struts attached). You can also buy an ultralight vehicle ready-to-fly and that brings us to U-Fly-Its terrific Aerolite 103. I expect at least some of the difference of opinion is because some people take time to understand 2 strokes and some don't. How do i fly these ultralights? Other What might seem affordable to a pilot that can buy a nearly one million dollar Cirrus SR22 is vastly different from what is affordable to most readers of this website. Need help with Letters of Authorization? Check out our new video of Aerolite 103 in flight. Check X-Plane Forum, of course. ANIM_rotate_key 10 6.99978874 9 Likes New Release: Yakovlev Yak-18T by Nemeth Designs (v1.03 Aug 27) I love the Aerolite 103, however, I have a problem with 2-stroke engines. (see below), Reduction Drive, But this old dog knows that advertising "hype" can cover up a lot of defects, hence my concern. Would really love an ultralight. Pasted as rich text. Because you can fly one of these aircraft without a pilot license (though all sellers will require training or proof of skills), without FAA registration to obtain an N-number (none need be displayed), and the pilot requires no medical. I honestly thought Nemeth stopped developing addons. 6: 1039: March 10, 2021 Bell407 Paint file. Tech Support: Information! Aerolite 103 is surprisingly well equipped: Flaps, trim, conventional three-axis control with a yoke and rudder pedals, windscreen and nose fairing, steerable nose wheel with sturdy shock-absorbing main gear, four-point seat belts, 5-gallon aluminum fuel tank, Azusa brakes, fully anodized aluminum airframe and all basic instruments including Finally, the Swissauto 250 is a newer 4-stroke entry that looks good. Shown in the off position. Super Wonder. Hi Gil: No such option exists now but ask the company, U-Fly-It. Super? surely, I exaggerate, right? Absorbing Main Gear, Steerable Bang! April 2, 2018 in My loss! Can the Aerolite 103 still make the weight limit for 103 with the F23 engine? Your link has been automatically embedded. Super? surely, I exaggerate, right? Sad to hear its getting lackluster reviews. by rsteele Mon Sep 18, 2017 12:52 pm, Post too. The Oshkosh 2019 Super Wonder Aerolite 103 will be equipped with these options or upgrades: Final selling price: $17,900 (clarifying, that is $3,000 off the standard price of $20,900 for a Ready to Fly model with options listed). The Aerolite 103 is fun to fly, but it seems incomplete. Ken, the issue is simply getting a 4-stroke that can meet the weight requirements of Part 103. Anyone who can recommend one over the other? Hi Ken: U-Fly-It does offer a kit and I believe they will do so without an engine. But alasit taps in around 80lbs. by TimTaylor Mon Sep 18, 2017 1:30 pm, Post I like that the covering is sail cloth that is zipped on -- easy and cheap replacement and access to the structure. Right??? Dennis answered. ANIM_rotate_key -10 -6.99978874 Second, I weigh 270 pounds so I know that the Hirth 23 is probably the engine to go with. of Does Aerolite in the U.S. have plans to implement any of those changes to its U.S. aircraft? All rights reserved. I think your comment on structural failure is valid too. Hmmm, I dont think so. After a year of great uncertainty, the earliest airshows of 2021 are feeling the pressure.January 8, 2021, In about one week, it all ends. Hi! and the landing gear.). ulysses10 Believe it or not you can buy a $90 Predator 212 from Harbor Freight, a $500 stage 4 kit from any number of go kart racing sites and have a 4 stroke putting out 40-45 hp at the crank the weights 50lbs dry. If we have not sold it prior to the show, you can buy it at any time while it is being assembled). Now get this a $3,000 Oshkosh discount applies! Your link has been automatically embedded. Or is the thought that such engineering improvements really arent necessary? As far as i can tell, a buddy & i both got them after the patch yesterday. In an age where many Light-Sport Aircraft run $150,000, to well possibly much more, affordability becomes something of a tortured word. And even then its still iffy.). with a 4-stroke. Regarding the training side, they may also have help and I will be writing about this in the future. Third, I have no experience with a pusher prop ultralight. It is, therefore, a somewhat challenging aircraft to get off the ground, but once in the air youll experience an open view over the world below, an unique flying experience in the real world but also in MSFS. Hi Robert: I believe the answer is no, but please contact U-Fly-It for the authoritative response. The fuel primer still does not work and the mouse arrow is never replaced with the hand image. At recent Oshkosh events, two One-Week Wonders were built using a kit from Zenith with power from Rotax or a Vans RV-12 with another Rotax 9-series engine. Well, it is still debatable whether the mysterious aircraft is indeed a genuine Chinese copy of the Aerolite 103. Indeed, $150,000 Light-Sport Aircraft are priced beyond common budgets.August 12, 2011, Manufacturers in the ultralight industry believe they know what pilots want or what they will buy, anyway.November 1, 2002, M O S A I C Powered by Invision Community. News & Video on Light-Sport Aircraft, Sport Pilot Kits, and Ultralight Aircraft. Verner no longer makes either engine. No help from me other than to suggest a different forum to search - non sport pilot that is- I know I've seen postings regarding the Hirth and other ultra-light engines over at the EAA Forum groups -, "Don't believe everything you read on the internet" - Abraham Lincoln. 0: 401: March 8, 2021 ND 407 and P3DV5. Any issues please let me know. SPECIFICATIONS Wingspan -- 26.8 ft. Wing area -- 124 sq. And maybe lacklustre products deserve a lackluster review! When the enginestarts to catch, immediately give it some fuel and release the start button. Fuel valve must be rotated horizontal before you can prime and start the 103. Yes, love ultralights. well I did get it to start from a New Flight, and it must have low battery built in the simulation. Magnum Parachutes Could Save Your Life, Airshows in 2021: Better News on the Horizon but Some Early-Event Cancellations, DeLand Showcase 2019 Ending the Airshow Year for Light-Sport Aircraft and SP Kit Aircraft. Hello - Tried to fly the Aerolite 103 today for the first time in XPlane 11 and although I followed the steps below, the propeller would only turn at a rate of 1 revolution per 20 seconds, and not start, as I am outside the craft watching startup. Gross Weight: 600 lbs. Can anyone of you confirm its not nice to fly? From U-Fly-It in DeLand, FL. How much or can I even get one here? Remarkable! Nice. The few changes to the Aerolite in conjunction with certification in Europe are not anything that we deemed necessary to change on the U.S. models. teraz wiem jak wczy silniki w tym samolocie. We respond to ALL email 1) Why does the Primer light or control in the overhead panel do nothing?