My suggestion is use the default Aerolite 103 or a helicopter of your choice to fly low and slow around the area to take in all the details. I believe his last name is Harrison if Im not mistaken and he also plays Bluegrass music. That said, I've never flown one, but did the same sort of research you are starting on now, a few years ago. 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. Automobile companies, building tens or hundreds of thousands of a single model, have an average U.S. selling price of more than $35,000 in 2019. In a mere 20 hours during bankers hours, some might say an Aerolite 103 will go from kit to flyable aircraft. The entire regulation for Part 103 can be printed on the front and back of a single page of paper. I expect at least some of the difference of opinion is because some people take time to understand 2 strokes and some don't. On this lightweight aircraft, even with a beefier pilot, an F23 Aerolite is going to perform exceedingly well. Possibly a great choice for some low and slow flights over all the new points of interest in the USA World Update? 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. 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. Ive always thought the Aerolite 103 would be fantastic with either one of the 29HP or 36.5HP Polini engines. How do you turn the fuel handle? Fully Some options are available but it is very likely you may have to travel to get instruction. Hi Hollis: I did not know the answer so I reached our directly to U-Fly-It boss, Dennis Carley. Our distributor in Europe uses the Thor 250 on some of their Aerolites, and the performance is adequate. So, what to do? i found the fuel tap so how do i i turn it ???? When asked by a customer if U-Fly-It has any plans for a two seat model, Dennis responded,We are building so many single seaters that we just dont have time to make a two-seater. Maybe they are the genuine ones. Verner also made a three-cylinder radial that looked promising with 42hp and loads of torque. Hello, Used. 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). Third Party Addon Discussion Aircraft. We do not currently offer the Thor 250 as an engine option from our factory here in the U.S., (since we have the F33 available, and the performance is about the same) but we can certainly install or provide the Polini if that is your engine of choice. So I talked to Aerolite 103. Hi Jeff: Thanks for catching the error. Email us: aerolite @uflyit.com. Length: 16 ft. 3.25 in. Check out our new video of Aerolite 103 in flight. ANIM_rotate_end But the engine starts. Less than 50 Hrs. One thought and one question: 1. I have heard there is a LONG wait period to get a pre-build one like 6 months or more. And even then its still iffy.). We will be assembling an Aerolite 103 during the show from a Quick Build Kit, and the aircraft is for sale (you can purchase it now, and pick it up at the end of the show or we can deliver it to you on the way back to Florida). Ken, the issue is simply getting a 4-stroke that can meet the weight requirements of Part 103. But alasit taps in around 80lbs. Youtube has evidence that refutes that. Product Support. How do i fly these ultralights? 2) what is this bulb at the end of the blue cable or tube on the right side of the cockpit? Thank you! ANIM_rotate_key 10 6.99978874 Part 103 single-seat ultralight type aircraft. Today a kit Aerolite can save even more and the build time wont be long. I couldn't reach the technical team even when I was pretending to be an interested buyer. Super Wonder. Hi Shane: Presumably you want to be on U-Fly-Its mailing list, so please go direct to them (use the register here. I am a Private flying as Sport Pilot. A new and updated version of the Scottish Wings livery with the latest logo.just for fun. 2 The Aerolite 103 ultralight aircraft is now for sale again by u-fly-it who now is manufacturing this wonderful aircraft in DeLand FL. Thats a bummer as this is exactly the aircraft I waited for in MSFS. The new Sport Pilot rule makes flying affordable! 4-stroke (all-in weight) that puts out a MINIMUM of 28hp continuous to be viable in the Part 103 space. 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. Ouch, thanks for sharing. Super? surely, I exaggerate, right? However, you can certainly go observe and discuss the build effort with U-Fly-Its staff. ANIM_rotate_key -10 -6.99978874 Features of this 3 aircraft package include dynamic virtual cockpits with working light-aircraft type instruments, strobe lights, accurate structural form . Backyard Flyer (BYF) did, too. I auto start and the throttle doesn't work. If you have a question, we want to answer it. Azusa Brakes, messages and phone calls. In the '70s I grew up with 2-stroke road and dirt bikes, and found those (Yam and Zuki) to be strong and reliable, although smoky. But I think chicagorandy's response is the best idea. This group was created for those interested in the Aerolite 103 to share ideas, thoughts and information. It will be completed and ready to taxi on Saturday afternoon. For now, some of the newer 2-strokes (like the Polini 250) are actually pretty reliable if installed and maintained properly. I was OK sorting out the key but missed the obvious when looking for the fuel tap.they are always attached to the bottom of the fuel tank. Dan What is the safety and performance record of the Aerolite 103? It nicely represents a low battery, but don't think that is what it is doing. Hi Gregory: Please direct your question to U-Fly-It. Learn as much as you can about 2 strokes. Your previous content has been restored. BYF accomplished the feat by using a spar-less wing that was a truss welded from aluminum tubes. Powered by Discourse, best viewed with JavaScript enabled, New Release: Yakovlev Yak-18T by Nemeth Designs (v1.03 Aug 27), Released third party aircrafts (payware list, updating stopped). 0: 401: March 8, 2021 ND 407 and P3DV5. Some Google searching yielded the solution to my woes. YES! I am using the Oculus Rift VR headset which makes it very easy to look under the fuel tank. We literally can not build them fast enough.. Aerolite 103 priced to sell! 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? As far as 2-strokes go, I have yet to see any that run as smooth as the Polinis. They may have every bell and whistle but if you cant afford it, whats the benefit? I know that to certify this aircraft in Europe (as the Aerolite 120), some engineering changes were required. (see below), Reduction Drive, 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. How much is it going to cost me? They are great for sight seeing and such. You must log in or register to reply here. SPECIFICATIONS Wingspan -- 26.8 ft. Wing area -- 124 sq. Since 1982 FAAs Part 103 for ultralight vehicles has been one of the most intriguing sections in the lengthy Federal Aviation Regulations. You can also buy an ultralight vehicle ready-to-fly and that brings us to U-Fly-Its terrific Aerolite 103. by Jim Hardin Wed Sep 20, 2017 7:58 am, Post featuring your choice of color(s), Various Engine Configurations Learn how your comment data is processed. ANIM_rotate_key 7 6.99978874 Founder of MSFS Addons and a flight simulation enthusiast since the early days of FSX. I just received a September copy of SPORT AVIATION, in which there is an excellent article regarding the Aerolite 103. That said, I dont believe they went forward with this idea. But it weighed 81lbs. TIA! Aluminum Fuel Paste as plain text instead, Shame really. U-Fly-It has a dealer in Germany for some years. Kolb Firefly (and Trifly, the tricycle-gear version of the Firefly). instrument (airspeed, altimeter, The Aerolite 103 with Rotax 447 engine was purchased in 2006 and underwent a complete engine overhaul. Having seen many other kit aircraft manuals in the past, we can say with confidence that our manual is one . and a Fully Anodized Airframe. 32 HP Kawasaki 340 Powered Aerolite $15,900 28 HP Hirth F-33 Powered Aerolite $16,790 See all prices here for Aerolite 103 airframes, engine choices (several), and options. Keep following this website for more. FAA Regulation Update Fall 2022. 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?. News & Video on Light-Sport Aircraft, Sport Pilot Kits, and Ultralight Aircraft. But this old dog knows that advertising "hype" can cover up a lot of defects, hence my concern. with basic flight and engine And personally I just don't know of any such engine. 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. slip indicator, tachometer, EGT, Would be great if Dennis could comment on this. Modern ultralights are perfectly fine, their engines have also come a long way. I can appreciate that they require more attention to maintenance than other engines. A couple years ago, Dennis revived the idea of a kit Aerolite 103. NONE of the above works for me. The Aerolite 103 ultralight aircraft is now for sale again by u-fly-it who now is manufacturing this wonderful aircraft in DeLand FL. How much or can I even get one here? Love this ultralight hope to buy one next year! Hence, your input will be much appreciated (especially if you are an aerolite builder). But I did find a 2006 Ski-doo shop manual. ft. The new owner can load it up on Saturday afternoon/evening, Dennis finished, or we can deliver it to you. Be serious please! Wonderful! Aerolite 103. Hmmm, I dont think so.June 23, 2019, The second year of the DeLand Showcase is over.November 12, 2017, For years Aerolite 103 has been a charmer of the Part 103 class of aircaft.August 19, 2016, Terry Raber has returned with his charming Aerolite 103. Hoping to one day be on the left seat of a real airplane! 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. Have fun. Display as a link instead, Plus, a deal awaits some lucky buyer. Pudgy and reliable Kolb aside, next two reputable types are Aerolite 103 and Belite. Get Your Aerolite 103 Hats Here! For me the skid ball only indicates left (with rudder full left or right), Edit the cockpit object: at ../X-Plane 11/Aircraft/Laminar Research/Aerolite 103/Aerolite_103_cockpit.obj, ANIM_rotate_begin 0.00000012 -0.00000034 1.00003028 sim/cockpit2/gauges/indicators/slip_deg If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. The mouse would still operate the throttle manually. I don't know much about them. engine options are available, including Rotax 447 and 503, Right now the Aerolite has been broken up in three sections (main fuselage, left and right wing with struts attached). 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 was unique to the Aerolite, all other planes I tried had no throttle issues. I recently discovered that on my Aerolite 103 (Nemeth Designs) the throttle slide would not function using either my joystick or my throttle quadrant. List ByDanJohnson.com all LSA Services each one verified to have the airplane or expertise you seek. System, 5 Gallon I really would have bought it if it had been EUR 10 or less. that is both reliable and powerful enough is difficult. Backyard Flyer vs Arolite 103 Welcome to EAA Forums! Bummer, around 5 Euro I would have bought it even with the issues present. I think your comment on structural failure is valid too. 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 . Due to its ultralight construction, take-off and landing procedures must be taken with special care, to prevent airframe and gear damage, and shouldn't exceed 32 knots. Hummel, Belite, Mini-Max and a few others claim to be able to do this. Verner no longer makes either engine. mouse wont turn it!! 1) Why does the Primer light or control in the overhead panel do nothing? I clicked all around it and couldn't get it to move. XP11 General discussion. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[728,90],'msfsaddons_com-box-3','ezslot_2',138,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-msfsaddons_com-box-3-0');Nemeth Designs is mostly known for their helicopters for FSX, but their first product for MSFS turned out to be completely different: its the Aero-Works Aerolite 103, an american ultralight in a pusher configuration (rear propeller). Can you genuinely find an aircraft you like that is affordable?December 8, 2021, Everyone has returned home from the first major airshow in too long (other than the wonderful sector-specific event calledMidwest LSA Expo).April 21, 2021, For years Ive said that of all aircraft to succeed with battery electric flight, the first truly usable, enjoyable aircraft would be a Part 103 ultralight.April 14, 2021, Aviation preaches safety long and loud. by rsteele Mon Sep 18, 2017 12:52 pm, Post Gross Weight: 600 lbs. That does seem a little pricey for what it is. Aerolite 103 kit and plans starting $11,500. is Free Software released under the GNU General Public License. Does everything work in it after todays update? Is there a conventional gear kit available? Do you sell the kit without the engine and if so what is the price? To install, download, unzip and place in the livery folder. I was able to google a manual - searching for "aerolite103 checklist". Located at Brown County Airport in Georgetown, Ohio. Weekly Digest - What is new in The X-Plane World, Adding Two Factor Authentication to Your Account, Dream Flight : Augusta, GA to the Bahamas, Fuel valve (at the bottom of the big tank under the pilot seat, from the right hand side of the aircraft)- turn red handle left, towards the tail, Master switch - turn key clockwise and keep it there. Note: due to increased spam activity, there will be a slight delay as all new users must be approved manually. Blade Tennessee 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! No wonder it has remained popular for more than three decades. Plugs fouled regularly, and exhaust ports needed to be cleaned now and then, but sooo easy to work on, not a problem. Powered by Invision Community. Right??? X-Plane.Org It 'seems' to be often posted that with a small 2-Stroke, it's not 'if' it will shut down during flight, but 'when' it will? By is a professionally built, ready-to-fly, legal 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 When the enginestarts to catch, immediately give it some fuel and release the start button. And I am entitled to my opinion. Id like to get flying again my June in SOMETHING! What am I doing wrong ? My question is, how reliable is this engine? Don't know about 1) but I thought 2) is a hydrostatic fuel gauge? I helped with the RV 12 last year. Is it possible this plane is not the complete article? Come to think of it, Dennis Carlin offers a version of Aerolite 103 with a 4-stroke . Paste as plain text instead, . May 10, 2018 in The airplane was registered to and operated by the private . 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. Converting an S-LSA to E-LSA? 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. You cannot paste images directly. Mariano Rosales/EAA). Fully assembled and ready to fly aircraft available. 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. Light Is Right In the Eyes of FAA and World CAAs, LSA & Lightplane Highlights at Oshkosh 2012. Your link has been automatically embedded. Hi Robert: I believe the answer is no, but please contact U-Fly-It for the authoritative response. Please contact them using the link here to ask about delivery times. Other Please contact Aerolite 103 directly for such information. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Yasin: I am sure you can order from overseas. Sun n Fun 2015: Part 103 Ultralights Are Hot! I think there was a version of Hummelbird that ostensibly qualified as ultralight. by 3Dreaming Mon Sep 18, 2017 5:30 pm, Post Bought it and honestly this isnt bad but as with nearly every MSFS release thus far its been buggy. From U-Fly-It in DeLand, FL. The Aerolite 103 1: 507: Less than 50 Hrs. The Backyard flyer. After he put this on his Facebook page, this show airplane will surely sell long before Oshkosh 2019 starts. Sure, it should be way easier with a VR set ! ). 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. (see below), Reduction D. Dennis answered. EGPS Longside Airfield - Scenery Packages (v11,v 10,. and the landing gear.). I love the Aerolite 103, however, I have a problem with 2-stroke engines. Touch controller? I have searched the internet for the owners manual for the Aerolite 103 without success. 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. I live in Fairbanks, Alaska. I have the cursor hand over the lever. The Aerolite 103 has been around since 1997 as either a fully assembled aircraft or as an assembly kit. TRIS 3525 720. How does it cost to get a Aerolite 103 kit from factory with and without the engine? It can be a kit or complete, and standard comes with a Hirth F33 2-stroker. As I said, above, Ultralights are good fun, so Yes, at EUR 5 or less, I too would have tried it. 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. Shortly after takeoff, I quickly lose altitude and crash. Stage 4 they turn 10-12k all day. They tend to be temperamental. This could be fun. Admittedly, there is always some magic. AEROLITE 103 ULTRALIGHT ROTAX $14,000 FOR IMMEDIATE SALE Rebuilt rotax 447 with 42 hours. You cannot paste images directly. For more information about the Aero-Lite 103, contact Aero-Works, P.O. Why? Part-103 Ultralight: Experimental: Configuration: Single Place: Single Place: Empty Weight (1) 235 lbs. Does Aerolite in the U.S. have plans to implement any of those changes to its U.S. aircraft? Let me explain. Despite the simplicity of the Aerolite 103 I cant start the engine without using the auto option. Are Aerolite prices enticing for what many consider to be a dandy little airplane? And maybe lacklustre products deserve a lackluster review! List ByDanJohnson.com all LSA Services each one verified to have the airplane or expertise you seek. The hand symbol does not appear next to the fuel bulb. Please contact by email or text one of the directors for more . The only issue as far as using one of these in an aircraft would be that they achieve those up numbers by turning a LOT of RPM! Research on the INET produced very little useful information; a few swear by them, and just as many swear at them. This is the most popular Part 103 airplane these days. jschallenberg I honestly thought Nemeth stopped developing addons. Box 103, Millersburg, OH 44654, phone 330-674-9715, : 330-674-1559 . We respond to ALL email messages and phone calls. A Cessna driver who jumps in an ultralight without any transition training is asking for trouble. 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. Register today and take advantage of membership benefits. The rudder axis is 'reversed' as well. 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. I have the Honeycomb Yoke and it works fine in every plane except this thing. featuring your choice of color(s), Various Engine Configurations an old thread, but I'm new to XP11. Admittedly, there is always some magic. Remarkable! Aerolite 103 Flight Model. 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). How can I be involved with this one week build? Complete Panel All them some time to respond as they are very busy building more Aerolite 103s. The new Aerolite 103 Kit Assembly Manual is completed and being shipped to our customers, who are assembling their own Aerolites. Thanks. A product that is no longer supported by the developer, or is further developed, should not be for sale in the marketplace. 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. Retired from flying. News & Video on Light-Sport Aircraft, Sport Pilot Kits, and Ultralight Aircraft. Pasted as rich text. Pasted as rich text. Powered by Invision Community, X-Plane VFR, X-Plane Scenery Creation (smaller VFR Airports), Amateur Radio. 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). This is more expensive than the Aerolite103 but with faster performance. 6: 1039: March 10, 2021 Bell407 Paint file. 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. X-Plane.Org by chicagorandy Sun Sep 17, 2017 4:43 pm, Post Starts first pull. 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. Super Affordability: U-Fly-Its Aerolite 103 Ultralight Aircraft Will Be a One-Week Super Wonder, DeLand Showcase 2017 Records Growth Customers Flew & Bought Vendors Smiled, Aerolite 120 Launches in Britain and Ireland. too. since new. However, on whole, I think this is a highly reliable aircraft. Yes, love ultralights. Surely a good design would not have a major stumbling block like turning a lever so bloody difficult! Here's at least one that was load tested. by MrMorden Wed Sep 20, 2017 8:44 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. On March 16, 2013, about 1000 eastern daylight time, an experimental Aerolite 103, N2549W, was substantially damaged when it collided with terrain near Immokalee, Florida. 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 airspeed, altimeter, slip indicator, tachometer, exhaust gas, and cylinder head temperature gauges. 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. Tech Support: Information! Plus it flies so nicely that the smile youll have after your first landing may last you the rest of your life. . 3Dreaming They added kits as a way to help keep up but their business is extremely solid. 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. Or maybe designing your own aircraft? I wonder if there is a 4 stroke option that could be used for example the Generac engine that Culver Props offered on the Swing wing airplane that they dont make anymore. The discussion forum for Sport Pilots and Light Sport Aircraft, Post Changing or adding equipment, or otherwise modifying an S-LSA? Aerolite 103 Hangar Talk 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. I live at an altitude of 6,500 feet and need power to overcome that density altitude especially on hot days. A-103 is sold out of Ohio, 2012 list $16.5k + BRS $3,650. Haven't flown it for a while now, but should probably get back and enjoy some "low-and-slow" flying again. Your email address will not be published. is Deland, Florida producer U-Fly-It offers a ready to fly Aerolite 103 for the modest sum of just $15,900. KGEO This is a solid, great flying ultralight. The Polini Thor will work well on the Aerolite. 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. It nicely represents a low battery, but don't think that is what it is doing. And even then 2-strokes are still prone to "giving up the ghost" with little to no warning. Seems like with lower speeds and the ability to land almost anywhere if the engine fails, they'd be pretty safe (assuming they're not prone to structural failure). Aerolite 103 aircraft. Results 1 to 6 of 6 Thread: Aerolite 103 George Dean, Hi George: Yes, Aerolite 103 producer U-Fly-It has been exceptionally busy for the last few years. ANIM_rotate_key 0 0 Perhaps the following answer sums it up. I don't know anything about the Hirth engines, but last year I did get a chance to walk around the Aerolite at Oshkosh. By Hi Gil: No such option exists now but ask the company, U-Fly-It. 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. with Suspension, thats a sub EUR 10 aircraft all day. 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. Theres a braking noise that occurs non stop on a loop for me unless I put on my parking brake.
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