Waltcloudt
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- Oct 13, 2021
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New to this having wanted to build a plane most of my life but realize the engine is the most expensive part of an ultralight. Looked at a vendor site selling a world of small engines and am now very confused.
I don't want to spend any more than I have to as funds are limited as I'm retired and on a relatively fixed income. I'm 74 and in good health. Is it too late to start? I have a pilot license from the '80s.
I'm considering a couple planes, the Kolb Ultra Star and the Affordaplane. Assume the engines would require a reduction gear. I like the US folding wings and the no welding of the Affordaplane. Does the AP have a folding wing option?
I would appreciate any tips on selecting an engine and any other advice.
I don't want to spend any more than I have to as funds are limited as I'm retired and on a relatively fixed income. I'm 74 and in good health. Is it too late to start? I have a pilot license from the '80s.
I'm considering a couple planes, the Kolb Ultra Star and the Affordaplane. Assume the engines would require a reduction gear. I like the US folding wings and the no welding of the Affordaplane. Does the AP have a folding wing option?
I would appreciate any tips on selecting an engine and any other advice.