Hello everyone!
My name is Alan.
I flew several ultralights back in the 1980's.
I was 23 years old when I bought my first ultralight airplane in 1988. It was a used Teratorn weight shift (similar to Quicksilver).
I enjoyed flying it as often as possible.
Later, an engine failure and forced landing made me re-examine my hobby.
I sold the aircraft to purchase my first house in 1992 ?
Then I spent 5 years doing corporate aircraft upholstery. 11 years building cars on an assembly line, a couple years building huge Caterpillars, a few more years as a Harley Davidson mechanic,and odd jobs along the way!
Currently self employed with a web site geared toward selling antique 2 cycle motorcycle parts.
You could say Im experiencing a "Mid-life crisis" !
Recently I spent a little time in a Piper Warrior.
Thinking about gaining a Light Sport license. But prefer to fly by the seat of my pants!
So Ive been researching the light sport and ultralights, trying to get up to speed.
I interested in the following:
1. 2 seater
2. 4 stroke engine
3. Folding or removable wings
4. Last but not least is a long SAFETY RECORD.
A lot has changed since 1992 when I sold my aircraft.
But then again, its still the same!
Anyway, I hope to use this web site and the great following it has, to re-examine the options in a 2 place light sport, powered by a 4 cycle, with the benifit of no hanger!
My name is Alan.
I flew several ultralights back in the 1980's.
I was 23 years old when I bought my first ultralight airplane in 1988. It was a used Teratorn weight shift (similar to Quicksilver).
I enjoyed flying it as often as possible.
Later, an engine failure and forced landing made me re-examine my hobby.
I sold the aircraft to purchase my first house in 1992 ?
Then I spent 5 years doing corporate aircraft upholstery. 11 years building cars on an assembly line, a couple years building huge Caterpillars, a few more years as a Harley Davidson mechanic,and odd jobs along the way!
Currently self employed with a web site geared toward selling antique 2 cycle motorcycle parts.
You could say Im experiencing a "Mid-life crisis" !
Recently I spent a little time in a Piper Warrior.
Thinking about gaining a Light Sport license. But prefer to fly by the seat of my pants!
So Ive been researching the light sport and ultralights, trying to get up to speed.
I interested in the following:
1. 2 seater
2. 4 stroke engine
3. Folding or removable wings
4. Last but not least is a long SAFETY RECORD.
A lot has changed since 1992 when I sold my aircraft.
But then again, its still the same!
Anyway, I hope to use this web site and the great following it has, to re-examine the options in a 2 place light sport, powered by a 4 cycle, with the benifit of no hanger!
