Would be great if Dennis could comment on this. Due to its ultralight construction, take-off and landing procedures must be taken with special care, to prevent airframe and gear damage, and shouldnt exceed 32 knots. That said, I dont believe they went forward with this idea. Retired from flying. What a shame they dont. U-Fly-It (current builder of the Aerolite 103) offers several engine options, and I wouldn't mind paying a little extra for a solid mill. For the price of 2 super grande primo latte mocha bla bla coffees or 2 combo meals at your local mystery meat fastfood chain or a 24pk of premium double ply toilet paper its fun and well worth - which is a nice change of pace (with my obviously ridiculous opinion), This thing is the ultimate sightseer and not much slower than a Cub, Sounds excellent, flies as it seems it should (tho ive never flown an ultralight sadly) trims nicely, plenty of gusto getting high and finesse getting low, I flew around just south of my home in Cape Canaveral, NASA, KSC and had a blast, With this recent POI update to the States, this and it are a perfect combo. Before then,DeLand Showcase 2019 is set to begin!November 7, 2019, Happening right now as this is written a young pilot, with impressive support from his father and sister, is flying to Oshkosh.July 17, 2019, Super affordability. Nose Wheel I am a Private flying as Sport Pilot. See all prices here for Aerolite 103 airframes, engine choices (several), and options. Could you tell me please? Of course there are plenty of VW conversions, but here too weight becomes an issue. Hoping to one day be on the left seat of a real airplane! Gross Weight: 600 lbs. I own one and I assure you it does. Part-103 Ultralight: Experimental: Configuration: Single Place: Single Place: Empty Weight (1) 235 lbs. messages and phone calls. I was finally able to get the 103 started, thanks to this discussion: But there are some other things about this default airplane that still mystify me. Do you sell the kit without the engine and if so what is the price? They only show a 60" & 63" Prop. Anyone who can recommend one over the other? SPECIFICATIONS Wingspan -- 26.8 ft. Wing area -- 124 sq. They added kits as a way to help keep up but their business is extremely solid. Your link has been automatically embedded. I have owned a Skyranger and an Aeronca Chief but dont know of anyone around here (central Maine) who owns an Aerolite 103 or where I can get cross-training in anything that will hold me and most any CFI, unless they are VERY small, like 175 or so pounds in a Challenger II. Paste as plain text instead, Second, I weigh 270 pounds so I know that the Hirth 23 is probably the engine to go with. Dennis answered. by TimTaylor Mon Sep 18, 2017 1:30 pm, Post News & Video on Light-Sport Aircraft, Sport Pilot Kits, and Ultralight Aircraft. HeliSimmer.com Forums Nemeth Designs . We literally can not build them fast enough.. Your previous content has been restored. We are also testing a couple other engine models currently, both of which should be very viable options for heavier pilots. In case Hirths numbering system may confuse you, F33 is a super light single cylinder engine where F23 is a horizontally opposed twin cylinder model producing 50 horsepower. For now, some of the newer 2-strokes (like the Polini 250) are actually pretty reliable if installed and maintained properly. No wonder it has remained popular for more than three decades. Plus it flies so nicely that the smile youll have after your first landing may last you the rest of your life. Possibly a great choice for some low and slow flights over all the new points of interest in the USA World Update? Assembly will take place in the Workshop Tent next to the Red Barn in the Ultralight Area, now known as the Fun Fly Zone Tuesday through Saturday, during 9-11 AM and 2-4 PM. (Photo courtesy Maybe they are the genuine ones. Flight Crew A320 (Button Control) Released for MSFS, Flight Replicas releases the Piper L-4 Grasshopper for MSFS, Black Squares Technical Overview Video Showcases Incredible Simulation Features of the Analog Bonanza, Top Mach Studios announces the Boeing/Saab T-7A Redhawk for Microsoft Flight Simulator, Review: FS Traffic almost, but not quite, Accurately simulated engine performance/limitations, Native next gen MSFS 2020 format (not port over), Supports most of MSFS 2020 visual features, Fully animated fuselage, controls and instruments (ailerons, levers, switches, wing-flex, etc). When pressing the start button the engine turns over but it appears to be starved of fuel. (see below), Reduction D. This forum is the place to discuss All Things Experimental. Shortly after takeoff, I quickly lose altitude and crash. Bang! by HAPPYDAN Mon Sep 18, 2017 12:24 pm, Post Learn how your comment data is processed. Verner no longer makes either engine. Again with an emphasis on the word claim. Super? surely, I exaggerate, right? Hmmm, I dont think so. Official Nemeth Designs Forum. (See a video of this.) Consider this perspective. Im interested in buying my own aircraft , but all metal two seaters are too expensive to my budget. Admittedly, there is always some magic. Changing or adding equipment, or otherwise modifying an S-LSA? too. He left the business for a time and another man tried to replicate the creation.August 19, 2016, Aerolite 103 from U-Fly-It has been on a tear for the last couple years, producing at capacity and stretching to produce even more for 2016.November 19, 2015, Part 103 ultralight activity was not the news I expected to report from Sun n Fun 2015, certainly not as my first report.April 28, 2015, Some people have long believed that Part 103-legal weight shift trikes or single place powered parachutes may be possible but Ive often heard the pronouncement, You cannot make a legal three axis Part 103 airplane. I wonder if those folks are ready to admit their error?December 31, 2014, Evidently, a magic number exists to authorities in various civil aviation agencies around the developed world.September 15, 2014, It depended on whom you asked. I think this is the first complaint I have seen on one of these aviation sites about under-regulation. As I have become frustrated with the Sport Pilot licensing route, but still enjoy flying, this presents new possibilities. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. The Aero-Works Aerolite 103 is now available for $17.90. The Aerolite 103 has been around since 1997 as either a fully assembled aircraft or as an assembly kit. The Aerolite 103 Nice counter opinion, well put. Mariano Rosales/EAA). https://www.uflyit.com/aerolite103main.htm, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Less than 50 Hrs. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. I think there was a version of Hummelbird that ostensibly qualified as ultralight. 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 nemeth-designs. 2) what is this bulb at the end of the blue cable or tube on the right side of the cockpit? System, 5 Gallon Converting an S-LSA to E-LSA? Your previous content has been restored. Be serious please! Pasted as rich text. I didn't love that it has a yoke instead of a stick, but that's just personal preference. Aerolite 103 aircraft. Aluminum Fuel Please keep all post Aerolite 103 related. By all means, contact the Aerolite 103 factory. Affordable Aviation Can You Find a Budget-Meeting Aircraft for 2022? answer it. Hi Jonathan: From my (limited) experience in Aerolite 103 and from what I know of its long history, I feel it is highly dependable and solidly built. Aerolite 103 should be taken from the marketplace. 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! is Free Software released under the GNU General Public License. And maybe lacklustre products deserve a lackluster review! Thats a bummer as this is exactly the aircraft I waited for in MSFS. This is the most popular Part 103 airplane these days. Are you building/buying/flying an Experimental Amateur-Built (E-AB) or Experimental Light Sport (E-LSA) aircraft? The Aerolite 103 is a pusher configuration rear propeller lightweight piston powered single engine aircraft nbsp The empty weight varies from 252 lb 114 kg to 300 lb 136 kg with 275 lb 125 kg useful load depending on the individual configuration Most. Sun n Fun 2021 / Day 1 Charged with Excitement Battery Electric Aerolite 103 Is Flying Now! The buyer will have to pick item up at 175 Chapter Educational Center at Tampa Executive Airport in Tampa , FL. That does seem a little pricey for what it is. A couple years ago, Dennis revived the idea of a kit Aerolite 103. Some Google searching yielded the solution to my woes. The new Aerolite 103 Kit Assembly Manual is completed and being shipped to our customers, who are assembling their own Aerolites. Admittedly, there is always some magic. A product that is no longer supported by the developer, or is further developed, should not be for sale in the marketplace. Compare that to the large gang of people who built the Zenith 750 or Vans RV-12 at Oshkosh (although they were amateurs, not experts). Sad to hear its getting lackluster reviews. and a Fully Anodized Airframe. As I said, above, Ultralights are good fun, so Yes, at EUR 5 or less, I too would have tried it. 600 lbs. Aerolite 103 kit and plans starting $11,500. The Aerolite is currently on sale (just a shade over $10) whereas the Top Rudder is not, but still only $10 at full price. 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. aerolite @uflyit.com 386-738-4444 915 Biscayne Blvd., Hangar B, DeLand, FL 32724 We respond to ALL email messages and phone calls. Im thinking about getting an Aerolite 103, but have several issues. EGPS Longside Airfield - Scenery Packages (v11,v 10,. Plus, a deal awaits some lucky buyer. Surely a good design would not have a major stumbling block like turning a lever so bloody difficult! Hi! Official Nemeth Designs Forum. From U-Fly-It in DeLand, FL. Regarding the training side, they may also have help and I will be writing about this in the future. I would consider one, but live on the Treasure Coast in Florida and have no ultralight fields in the Port St. Lucie area that I am aware of. If you prefer an aircraft with an electric start option, Aerolite is available with the Hirth F-33 for just $16,700. Is there a fuel and/or choke? Ouch, thanks for sharing. May 10, 2018 in From your experience, is it dependable and solidly built? that is both reliable and powerful enough is difficult. ft. Research on the INET produced very little useful information; a few swear by them, and just as many swear at them. Required fields are marked *. 32 HP Kawasaki 340 Powered Aerolite $15,900, 28 HP Hirth F-33 Powered Aerolite $16,790. Bummer, around 5 Euro I would have bought it even with the issues present. Features of this 3 aircraft package include dynamic virtual cockpits with working light-aircraft type instruments, strobe lights, accurate structural form . It never stops. I really would have bought it if it had been EUR 10 or less. I have heard there is a LONG wait period to get a pre-build one like 6 months or more. The frame of the plane remains in excellent condition. It's just expensive and cannot take any options (like wheel pants). On this lightweight aircraft, even with a beefier pilot, an F23 Aerolite is going to perform exceedingly well. New sails, windshield, fuel tank, tires, etc. 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. BYF accomplished the feat by using a spar-less wing that was a truss welded from aluminum tubes. engine options are available, including Rotax 447 and 503, So, the price difference is practically negligible, but I'd like one that offers stupendous views in VR and is gentle to fly (weather permitting, obviously!). Dan What is the safety and performance record of the Aerolite 103? by Jim Hardin Wed Sep 20, 2017 7:58 am, Post Super Wonder. Third Party Addon Discussion Aircraft. Backyard Flyer (BYF) did, too. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. 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. One thought and one question: 1. Aerolite 103 (1996) Engine: 35 hp 2si Wing span 26.8' Length: 17' Height: 6' 5" Wing area: 124 sq/ft Empty weight: 250 lb Useful load: 270 lb Cruise speed: 55 mph Stall speed: 28 mph Structural limits: +4Gs, -2.8 G Steerable nose wheel Joomla! but to say something can't weigh more than most retired adult males is a bit ridiculous. Specifically the spar-less wing that was truss welded from aluminum (!) These were amazing efforts as this video describes, but Dennis and his Aerolite thinks they can do it quicker far quicker. Aerolite 103 aircraft. If I'm not mistaken, the ultralight crowd is how BRS got their start. Used. by 3Dreaming Mon Sep 18, 2017 5:30 pm, Post Modern ultralights, as said above, are quite safe IF theyre flown within their limitations by a pilot who understands the differences between them and heavier aircraft. The Aerolite 103 is fun to fly, but it seems incomplete. with basic flight and engine 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.. So I'm intrigued and inspired by the whole "Part 103" aspect. No, those figures are not typos!|. General Discussion. They are great for sight seeing and such. by rsteele Mon Sep 18, 2017 12:52 pm, Post Hi Ken: U-Fly-It does offer a kit and I believe they will do so without an engine. The Aerolite 103 has been around since 1997 as either a fully assembled aircraft or as an assembly kit. Blade Tennessee A number of ultralights fly with 4-stroke engines. by MrMorden Wed Sep 20, 2017 8:44 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. I honestly thought Nemeth stopped developing addons. Looks like theyve been around a while. Flying Into Oshkosh An Eye-Opener, but What If You Were Really Young, and in an Ultralight Aircraft? 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. The mouse would still operate the throttle manually. Clear editor. Get Your Aerolite 103 Hats Here! since new. So lets keep it civil, eh. Pudgy and reliable Kolb aside, next two reputable types are Aerolite 103 and Belite. I like that the covering is sail cloth that is zipped on -- easy and cheap replacement and access to the structure. The demand is clearly there. instrument (airspeed, altimeter, Please ask U-Fly-It directly. Please contact them using the link here to ask about delivery times. I auto start and the throttle doesn't work. So I talked to Aerolite 103. Deland, Florida producer U-Fly-It offers a ready to fly Aerolite 103 for the modest sum of just $15,900. teraz wiem jak wczy silniki w tym samolocie. A Rotax 277UL (. Wrong! featuring your choice of color(s), Various Engine Configurations Verner used to make a light two-cylinder 4-stroke, but it only pushed out 35hp max and about 23hp continuous. Legal Eagle did most famously. At 220, the climb rate is about 600 feet per minute, and cruise speed about 55 miles an hour. Display as a link instead, It nicely represents a low battery, but don't think that is what it is doing. 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). Product Support. They may have every bell and whistle but if you cant afford it, whats the benefit? 0: 401: March 8, 2021 ND 407 and P3DV5. With the volume of unit sales you must be expecting with MSFS 2020, You can post now and register later. all-in. I guess the NTSB and the FAA doesn't really care if I endanger myself, so long as I don't endanger anyone else. Prices around $18,000 ready-to-fly may still be more than some people want to pay for an aircraft that is like a boat, motorcycle, or ATV its a machine you have fun with and it needs to fit within your family budget. There is an old fella on YouTube who has a LazAire that flys with 2 of them built up with to stage 2. Seems like either of those engines would make weight just fine and provide a nice, more modern upgrade to the Hirth F33. is Modern ultralights are perfectly fine, their engines have also come a long way. Fuel valve must be rotated horizontal before you can prime and start the 103. Light Sport Aircraft, LLC. Kawasaki 440, Hirth F23, etc. . For more information about the Aero-Lite 103, contact Aero-Works, P.O. featuring your choice of color(s), Various Engine Configurations Having seen many other kit aircraft manuals in the past, we can say with confidence that our manual is one . 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! And with no legal requirements concerning maintenance, its your own responsibility to maintain your plane in a safe condition. YES! Aerolite 103 Hangar Talk Please contact Aerolite 103 directly for such information. , (BTW, you should say a prayer that the Backyard Flyer is no longer produced. 2) what is this bulb at the end of the blue cable or tube on the right side of the cockpit? Keep following this website for more. It was pretty neat. 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. I think your comment on structural failure is valid too. Why? Please contact by email or text one of the directors for more . You can also buy an ultralight vehicle ready-to-fly and that brings us to U-Fly-Its terrific Aerolite 103. 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 You are using an out of date browser. I have searched the internet for the owners manual for the Aerolite 103 without success. I don t know many other companies in all of light aviation that can say that. Id like to get flying again my June in SOMETHING! The new Sport Pilot rule makes flying affordable! Unlike a gas station on every corner, instructors for ultralight aircraft are more rare. Super Wonder. 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. 386-738-4444. 2 Haven't flown it for a while now, but should probably get back and enjoy some "low-and-slow" flying again. You might want to try out a wee trip from Longside. ANIM_rotate_key -10 -6.99978874 Your email address will not be published. 1) Why does the Primer light or control in the overhead panel do nothing? Here's at least one that was load tested. 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. The Oshkosh 2019 Super Wonder Aerolite 103 will be equipped with these options or upgrades: Hirth F33 engine; Electric start; Lightweight lithium battery; Culver pProp; EIS panel; Hydraulic brakes; 6-inch wheels and tires; Final selling price: $17,900 (clarifying, that is $3,000 off the standard price of $20,900 for a Ready to Fly model with . I recently discovered that on my Aerolite 103 (Nemeth Designs) the throttle slide would not function using either my joystick or my throttle quadrant.
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