Your previous content has been restored. 9 Likes New Release: Yakovlev Yak-18T by Nemeth Designs (v1.03 Aug 27) It is, therefore, a somewhat challenging aircraft to get off the ground, but once in the air you'll experience an open . The problem is that finding a 4-stroke under 80lbs. I have heard there is a LONG wait period to get a pre-build one like 6 months or more. I can appreciate that they require more attention to maintenance than other engines. That said, I dont believe they went forward with this idea. Having seen many other kit aircraft manuals in the past, we can say with confidence that our manual is one . ANIM_rotate_key -7 -6.99978874 Is there a fuel and/or choke? When the enginestarts to catch, immediately give it some fuel and release the start button. answer it. Flaps, Shock Display as a link instead, by HAPPYDAN Sun Sep 17, 2017 9:42 am, Post KGEO This is a solid, great flying ultralight. I believe his last name is Harrison if Im not mistaken and he also plays Bluegrass music. Specifically the spar-less wing that was truss welded from aluminum (!) ft. The hand symbol does not appear next to the fuel bulb. It can be a kit or complete, and standard comes with a Hirth F33 2-stroker. Parachute! Super Wonder. Plus it flies so nicely that the smile youll have after your first landing may last you the rest of your life. , Please ask U-Fly-It directly. by HAPPYDAN Mon Sep 18, 2017 12:24 pm, Post Surely a good design would not have a major stumbling block like turning a lever so bloody difficult! Sun n Fun 2021 / Wrap Up More Airplane News Will Follow, but How Was this Years Event? Super? surely, I exaggerate, right? Paste as plain text instead, For more information about the Aero-Lite 103, contact Aero-Works, P.O. Assembled, Factory Built The new Sport Pilot rule makes flying affordable! It will be completed and ready to taxi on Saturday afternoon. A-103 is sold out of Ohio, 2012 list $16.5k + BRS $3,650. After he put this on his Facebook page, this show airplane will surely sell long before Oshkosh 2019 starts. 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. But I did find a 2006 Ski-doo shop manual. Aero-Works Aerolite 103 Ultralight Aircraft for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, The fps drop comment is very strange for an aircraft with no avionics (funnily enough noted in areas that are typically fps heavy regardless), I imagine the flight model comments are a little more valid however. 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. Bought it and honestly this isnt bad but as with nearly every MSFS release thus far its been buggy. Knowing the frustrated are more likely to sound off than the satisfied, I'm asking any and all to respond with info, facts, or anecdotes regarding the Hirth aircraft engines, especially the F33. How much is it going to cost me? 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. Verner also made a three-cylinder radial that looked promising with 42hp and loads of torque. Thanks. We Need Information! jschallenberg Thank you! New FI.R.M. Keep following this website for more. Plan on attending the Annual Sport Pilot Expo, http://eaaforums.org/forumdisplay.php?9 ight-Strip. This could be fun. Your link has been automatically embedded. Armilite Jul 26, 2019 1 2 3 4 Next Armilite Well-Known Member Joined Sep 5, 2011 Messages 3,700 Location AMES, IA USA Jul 26, 2019 #1 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. Plugs fouled regularly, and exhaust ports needed to be cleaned now and then, but sooo easy to work on, not a problem. I move it left or right, nada, I press F6 on its own and with the hand over the lever, nada. I am using the Oculus Rift VR headset which makes it very easy to look under the fuel tank. U-FLY-IT Light Sport Aircraft, LLC provides Light Sport and Ultralight aircraft sales, flight instruction, assembly and repair. Seems like either of those engines would make weight just fine and provide a nice, more modern upgrade to the Hirth F33. 1) Why does the Primer light or control in the overhead panel do nothing? with Suspension, Touch controller? Get Your Aerolite 103 Hats Here! The airplane was registered to and operated by the private . by TimTaylor Mon Sep 18, 2017 1:30 pm, Post 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. Sad to hear its getting lackluster reviews. April 2, 2018 in The private pilot sustained serious injuries. Is it possible this plane is not the complete article? I don't know much about them. by Jim Hardin Wed Sep 20, 2017 7:58 am, Post For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Despite the simplicity of the Aerolite 103 I cant start the engine without using the auto option. The Backyard flyer. If you treat one like a four stroke, you are guaranteed to have problems. Nice. I am a Private flying as Sport Pilot. Im 71 and not sure how many more years I can fly. I read the Aerolite article too and was impressed. Looks like theyve been around a while. Love this ultralight hope to buy one next year! I didn't love that it has a yoke instead of a stick, but that's just personal preference. Youtube has evidence that refutes that. Yes, that surprisingly low price is good right now, and yes, the company can earn a profit on that so you know they can stay in business to serve your needs in the future. Practically speaking a Part 103 engine cant be much more than 80lbs. I like that the covering is sail cloth that is zipped on -- easy and cheap replacement and access to the structure. I went looking for the Skidoo race manual you mentioned - Did not find it. To install, download, unzip and place in the livery folder. 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 have a question, we want to | Homebuilt Aircraft & Kit Plane Forum Forums Technical Discussion Areas 2-Stroke Aircraft Engines So I talked to Aerolite 103. All rights reserved. Hi Hollis: I did not know the answer so I reached our directly to U-Fly-It boss, Dennis Carley. 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. Yes, love ultralights. See all prices here for Aerolite 103 airframes, engine choices (several), and options. HeliSimmer.com Forums Nemeth Designs . Super? surely, I exaggerate, right? Propeller, Nose Delivery is free if you are someplace close to our route home (nominal delivery charge if you are not close to our route back to Florida).. A simple click on it should do it, surely? aerolite @uflyit.com 386-738-4444 915 Biscayne Blvd., Hangar B, DeLand, FL 32724 We respond to ALL email messages and phone calls. ulysses10 386-738-4444. by rsteele Mon Sep 18, 2017 12:52 pm, Post 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). The fuel primer still does not work and the mouse arrow is never replaced with the hand image. I know that to certify this aircraft in Europe (as the Aerolite 120), some engineering changes were required. It nicely represents a low battery, but don't think that is what it is doing. A poor plane indeed. but to say something can't weigh more than most retired adult males is a bit ridiculous. 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. Kolb Firefly (and Trifly, the tricycle-gear version of the Firefly). Aerolite 103 aircraft. Get the oil mix right and keep the revs inside the redline and everything worked fine. Less than 50 Hrs. Also, it's wings fold in 20 minutes for trailerability. They're not certified and I don't believe there is any requirement that a manufacturer design them or test them to any kind of standard of structural soundness. As in the United States some were skeptical at Aero.April 12, 2014, Several news items in our March 2013 LSA News Wrap and well get to it right after this: Were thrilled to tell you that for the second month in a row ByDanJohnson.com achieved another record.March 12, 2013, In the near future, well present fuller stories of some of the following short bits from Oshkosh 2012.August 20, 2012, [UPDATE spring 2014] The Aerolite 103 is now manufacturered in Deland, Florida by U-Fly-It, the contact info for which is located at the end of this article.August 12, 2011, Many pilots speak of airplanes they cannot afford. 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. The mouse would still operate the throttle manually. Both Legal Eagle and Hummelbird were only compatible with very small pilots, and the latter also disposed with the canopy. Would really love an ultralight. When Help Comes to the Rescue FAST! Gross Weight: 600 lbs. by rsteele Mon Sep 18, 2017 9:23 am, Post Im trying to find a 103 in my area to look at in person, but no luck so far. I auto start and the throttle doesn't work. Flight Sim Models (FSM) Releases Aerolite 103 Ultralight FSM announces the model release of Aero-Works' award winning Aerolite 103 ultralight for the Microsoft Flight Simulator 2002. Features of this 3 aircraft package include dynamic virtual cockpits with working light-aircraft type instruments, strobe lights, accurate structural form . Learn as much as you can about 2 strokes. All them some time to respond as they are very busy building more Aerolite 103s. Also clicking on the fuel bulb does not appear to be priming the motor. Mariano Rosales/EAA). Hi! Located at Brown County Airport in Georgetown, Ohio. I had a brain burp. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. JavaScript is disabled. Aerolite 103 aircraft. Unlike a gas station on every corner, instructors for ultralight aircraft are more rare. Remarkable! Aluminum Fuel Plus, a deal awaits some lucky buyer. , (BTW, you should say a prayer that the Backyard Flyer is no longer produced. Legal Eagle did most famously. Thats a bummer as this is exactly the aircraft I waited for in MSFS. AEROLITE 103 ULTRALIGHT ROTAX $14,000 FOR IMMEDIATE SALE Rebuilt rotax 447 with 42 hours. That does seem a little pricey for what it is. Any issues please let me know. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Learn how your comment data is processed. Need help with Letters of Authorization? The neon yellow/green fabric appears to be in . 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. Here's at least one that was load tested. (18-22hp a piece.) Bang! Since 1982 FAAs Part 103 for ultralight vehicles has been one of the most intriguing sections in the lengthy Federal Aviation Regulations. Absorbing Main Gear, Steerable 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! I have the Honeycomb Yoke and it works fine in every plane except this thing. 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 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). Don't know about 1) but I thought 2) is a hydrostatic fuel gauge? I found the fuel valve last night but couldn't activate it. The Polini Thor will work well on the Aerolite. an old thread, but I'm new to XP11. And with no legal requirements concerning maintenance, its your own responsibility to maintain your plane in a safe condition. Retired from flying. featuring your choice of color(s), Various Engine Configurations On 5/10/2018 at 3:42 PM, jschallenberg said: Tech Support: Information! 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! As far as 2-strokes go, I have yet to see any that run as smooth as the Polinis. And even that is pushing it. Filed Under: Aerolite 103, Splog, U-Fly-It. Approximately 200 detailed pages, including nearly 300 color photographs. May 10, 2018 in Official Nemeth Designs Forum. 265-315 lbs. (See a video of this.) Changing or adding equipment, or otherwise modifying an S-LSA? well I did get it to start from a New Flight, and it must have low battery built in the simulation. Exceptionally safe? 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. 32 HP Kawasaki 340 Powered Aerolite $15,900 28 HP Hirth F-33 Powered Aerolite $16,790 23803 United States Telephone: 8045363333 So I'm intrigued and inspired by the whole "Part 103" aspect. Anyone who can recommend one over the other? Aerolite 103 should be taken from the marketplace. 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. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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. Usually, you people complain about over-regulation by the FAA. Stage 4 they turn 10-12k all day. The entire regulation for Part 103 can be printed on the front and back of a single page of paper. Hello, We literally can not build them fast enough.. The discussion forum for Sport Pilots and Light Sport Aircraft, Post slip indicator, tachometer, EGT, Ken, the issue is simply getting a 4-stroke that can meet the weight requirements of Part 103. BYF accomplished the feat by using a spar-less wing that was a truss welded from aluminum tubes. System, 5 Gallon is a professionally built, ready-to-fly, legal YES! by 3Dreaming Mon Sep 18, 2017 5:30 pm, Post Do you have a link? Nice counter opinion, well put. Nose Wheel Email us: aerolite @uflyit.com. If I'm not mistaken, the ultralight crowd is how BRS got their start. 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. 6: 1039: March 10, 2021 Bell407 Paint file. Shown in the off position. engine options are available, including Rotax 447 and 503, Kawasaki 440, Hirth F23, etc. (see below), Reduction Drive, Super Wonder. You are using an out of date browser. There is an old fella on YouTube who has a LazAire that flys with 2 of them built up with to stage 2. Ive also seen a few fixed-wing aircraft claim 254lbs. The Aerolite 103 has been around since 1997 as either a fully assembled aircraft or as an assembly kit. What is the actual command one has to give to move the lever? Sun n Fun 2015: Part 103 Ultralights Are Hot! 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. 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. Shame really. Of course there are plenty of VW conversions, but here too weight becomes an issue. Admittedly, there is always some magic. Less than 50 Hrs. 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. How can I be involved with this one week build? If you have a question, we want to answer it. Thanks! Standard Equipment on Every Aerolite: 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). Research on the INET produced very little useful information; a few swear by them, and just as many swear at them. And, if you want, you can add a whole-airplane parachute (which itself will allow a few more pounds for other accessories or perhaps a more powerful engine). Our distributor in Europe uses the Thor 250 on some of their Aerolites, and the performance is adequate. My question is, how reliable is this engine? This was unique to the Aerolite, all other planes I tried had no throttle issues. Some options are available but it is very likely you may have to travel to get instruction. I don t know many other companies in all of light aviation that can say that. Some Google searching yielded the solution to my woes. It was pretty neat. mouse wont turn it!! I expect at least some of the difference of opinion is because some people take time to understand 2 strokes and some don't. Aerolite 103 priced to sell! 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. is 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). 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
2) what is this bulb at the end of the blue cable or tube on the right side of the cockpit? Perhaps the following answer sums it up. It may not display this or other websites correctly. I was able to google a manual - searching for "aerolite103 checklist". Ive always thought the Aerolite 103 would be fantastic with either one of the 29HP or 36.5HP Polini engines. Four-point Restraint One impression I have gained from being around the Part 103 crowd is the striking lack of knowledge about aircraft and engines. And there have been several Generac/Briggs & Stratton 4-stroke conversions. We respond to ALL email messages and phone calls. With the volume of unit sales you must be expecting with MSFS 2020, Wonderful! Sun n Fun 2021 / Day 1 Charged with Excitement Battery Electric Aerolite 103 Is Flying Now! Is a Four Stroke Part 103 Airplane Possible? that is both reliable and powerful enough is difficult. From your experience, is it dependable and solidly built? Id like to get flying again my June in SOMETHING! Hummel, Belite, Mini-Max and a few others claim to be able to do this. Does Aerolite in the U.S. have plans to implement any of those changes to its U.S. aircraft? Modern ultralights are perfectly fine, their engines have also come a long way. However, on whole, I think this is a highly reliable aircraft. Powered by Invision Community. and the landing gear.). That's what I use as I recall. Your email address will not be published. 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. I couldn't reach the technical team even when I was pretending to be an interested buyer. A Rotax 277UL (. Aerolite 103 Flight Model. These were amazing efforts as this video describes, but Dennis and his Aerolite thinks they can do it quicker far quicker. It seems like th water cooler two strokes are more reliable than those that are air cooled. I have to agree that the price is waaay too much for what youre getting. The price of Aerolite is $ 14,000.00 plus sales tax. On this lightweight aircraft, even with a beefier pilot, an F23 Aerolite is going to perform exceedingly well. Upload or insert images from URL. It was one of a few Part 103 aircraft with certain engineering elements that were, uh, "questionable". 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. By 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. of TIA! with a 4-stroke. Other That said, I've never flown one, but did the same sort of research you are starting on now, a few years ago. Please contact Aerolite 103 producer U-Fly-It for shipping info. For now, some of the newer 2-strokes (like the Polini 250) are actually pretty reliable if installed and maintained properly. Im interested in buying my own aircraft , but all metal two seaters are too expensive to my budget. 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! This group was created for those interested in the Aerolite 103 to share ideas, thoughts and information. The Aerolite 103 ultralight aircraft is now for sale again by u-fly-it who now is manufacturing this wonderful aircraft in DeLand FL. What am I doing wrong ? Clear editor. Powered by Invision Community, X-Plane VFR, X-Plane Scenery Creation (smaller VFR Airports), Amateur Radio. Required fields are marked *. (Photo courtesy I don't know anything about the Hirth engines, but last year I did get a chance to walk around the Aerolite at Oshkosh. Each Aerolite featuring your choice of color(s), Various Engine Configurations News & Video on Light-Sport Aircraft, Sport Pilot Kits, and Ultralight Aircraft. too. 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. BYF accomplished the feat by using a spar-less wing that was a truss welded from aluminum tubes. http://godolloairport.hu/calc/strc_eng/index.htm, http://www.uflyit.com/aerolite_103_specifications.htm, Aircraft Design / Aerodynamics / New Technology, Flying bike update, in case you were wondering. Is there a conventional gear kit available? Hmmm, I dont think so. But this old dog knows that advertising "hype" can cover up a lot of defects, hence my concern. Hi Gregory: Please direct your question to U-Fly-It.
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