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  1. ionraice

    Unpowered ultralight

    Are there many unpowered ultralights that are not hang gliders out there. I saw a couple expensive things like the Aeriane Swift. I was wondering if there was something scratch buildable that is out there thats not a goat, bug or pig. I found the ULF-1 and that looks interesting but I couldnt...
  2. ionraice

    How skinny do you have to be for a UL Glider?

    I was thinking one of Mike Sandlin's BUG, GOAT or PIG designs but there isn't a lot of information on max weight. The website says something about 154lbs pilot... I am curious if I were a few pounds over the weight would I just get a worse glide ratio or would it be unsafe? -Ham
  3. ionraice

    MiniMax 1650R Questions

    Google image search for dog and plane, way down the pages.
  4. ionraice

    MiniMax 1650R Questions

    Aero, It sounds like if you really want a VW you should get a 1550V. I think its the same plane as the 1650R but made for a 50hp VW. The empty weight, landing roll and stall speed go up; climb goes down but I think that is to be expected with a heavier engine and same horsepower. You can get...
  5. ionraice

    Workbench build Log

    well it does now...
  6. ionraice

    Workbench build Log

    see blog, Loon Point
  7. ionraice

    Workbench build Log

    Ok, I finally had a little time to work on my benches. The first thing I did was set up the chop saw and box. My workshop floor is carpet over pored cement. While it is pretty level it is no so flat so I layed down one of the 3/4" plywood peices to make it flatter. Above you can see the...
  8. ionraice

    Free Minimax plans now up and running

    This morning I received an email stating that some people had not received the plans and it included a link to the free plans download. I hope that those of you did not receive your plans got this email and can now get the plans. Here is the main body of the email.
  9. ionraice

    STOL vs Pocket Rocket?

    I said STOL because I would much rather be able to get in and out of a personal grass strip and fly slowly by the scenery than rocket to and fro any place in particular. One day I might have a need to get between places fast but right now I'd rather just take it all in. -Ham
  10. ionraice

    Going to build a Cri Cri in NH

    Hey Andy, I am located just south of you in Chelmsford, MA. I am curious, will you be doing most of you building with EAA 106 or at home. I am a Mechanical Engineer so if you need any help whether its a little CAD or an extra pair of hands I would love to pitch in. Anything to see a project...
  11. ionraice

    Fisher Avenger as an ultralight?

    Flyboy, I am too fat for the koala. While I am on a diet I would rather have useful load to spare when I'm done than miss the mark and not be able to fly my project. -Ham
  12. ionraice

    Workbench build Log

    Separately these 4 tables will be 2' by 6' each and will only be combined for wing and fuselage assembly in which case it will be in the center of the room, accessible from all sides.
  13. ionraice

    Workbench build Log

    So, before you build your plane you need something to build it on. It needs to be really flat and pretty smooth. Since I have a small workshop and I do not intend to live in my current house forever I needed a flexible option that fits through a regular door. I also don't like unneeded...
  14. ionraice

    Roadable Aircraft DESIGN

    WARNING I READ NONE OF THIS THREAD! A while back I searched aviation on google maps this was the only thing that realy comes up near me other than airports. Terrafugia - Transition®, the Roadable Light Sport Aircraft : Home It is a roadable LSA that runs on a 912(s?)
  15. ionraice

    So my wife said...

    OK so I did some digging and found some things I like. I did have a look at each of the planes suggested but I think I am looking at J3 replicas, stork replicas and similar. So far on my short list are Challenger 2 long wing, Fisher Horizon 1 (both from before), Ragwing 19, and the J3 wood kit...
  16. ionraice

    So my wife said...

    Ok, those aircraft are great but what about a cheaper aircraft, not nesiscarily at the tip top of the LSA class? I'm fairly certain you can get a nice Challenger 2 for $40k with puddlejumper floats/amphibs. The Horizon 1 can cost around $50-55k to build similarly. Are there more aircraft like...
  17. ionraice

    So my wife said...

    Joe, I think Ive see this on barnstormers but are you talking about a kit knocoff or the real deal for Tcrafts and Champs? I am really learning towards the kit. -Ham
  18. ionraice

    So my wife said...

    I would like to build but currently I don't have the space for an LSA sized build. Nor do I currently have the funds to outright buy and 69k prebuilt but proper planning should allow me to start this project in the next few years. The ultralight would not have been this way but I would prefer...
  19. ionraice

    So my wife said...

    So I was showing my wife the ultralight I wanted, the Fisher Avenger, which she whole heartedly objected to. I tried, to no availe, to convince her it would be for the most part safe with plenty of lessons, a BRS parachute and careful weather choice. Then something I did not expect, she said, "I...
  20. ionraice

    Osprey 1, X28

    Has anyone ever built one of these? I know the plans are available but I cant find anyone who built one anywhere...
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