MadProfessor8138
Well-Known Member
So,I have a question about the Hornet gyro that I can't seem to work out in my head.
The plans specifically point out that a Rotax 503 is the largest engine allowed.
For the life of me I can't figure out why that is.
I have always had the belief that the more power you have on a gyro the better off you are.
I'm spitballing here....but could any of these be the reason for limiting the Hornet to a 55hp Rotax 503 ?
1. The airframe won't handle the stress put on it by the extra thrust of a stronger engine.
2. Too much forward thrust could possibly override the main rotor blades and cause the gyro to pitch nose up whenever power is applied.
3. It's a CG issue with the larger engine.
Kevin
The plans specifically point out that a Rotax 503 is the largest engine allowed.
For the life of me I can't figure out why that is.
I have always had the belief that the more power you have on a gyro the better off you are.
I'm spitballing here....but could any of these be the reason for limiting the Hornet to a 55hp Rotax 503 ?
1. The airframe won't handle the stress put on it by the extra thrust of a stronger engine.
2. Too much forward thrust could possibly override the main rotor blades and cause the gyro to pitch nose up whenever power is applied.
3. It's a CG issue with the larger engine.
Kevin
