Powered by Invision Community. Nemeth Designs releases Aerolite-103 for MSFS This forum is the place to discuss All Things Experimental. Hoping to one day be on the left seat of a real airplane! That said, I've never flown one, but did the same sort of research you are starting on now, a few years ago. Photo of elusive red handled fuel valve for the Aerolite 103. Thanks. Upload or insert images from URL. 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. My suggestion is use the default Aerolite 103 or a helicopter of your choice to fly low and slow around the area to take in all the details. Aluminum Fuel They only show a 60" & 63" Prop. I can appreciate that they require more attention to maintenance than other engines. but to say something can't weigh more than most retired adult males is a bit ridiculous. I do not know, but it looks like a simple port over to me. Deland, Florida producer U-Fly-It offers a ready to fly Aerolite 103 for the modest sum of just $15,900. Bang! XP11 General discussion. 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. Regarding the training side, they may also have help and I will be writing about this in the future. Surely a good design would not have a major stumbling block like turning a lever so bloody difficult! Is there a conventional gear kit available? Also, it's wings fold in 20 minutes for trailerability. By Bought it and honestly this isnt bad but as with nearly every MSFS release thus far its been buggy. Ken, the issue is simply getting a 4-stroke that can meet the weight requirements of Part 103. Paste as plain text instead, 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. Im interested in buying my own aircraft , but all metal two seaters are too expensive to my budget. It can be a kit or complete, and standard comes with a Hirth F33 2-stroker. I am a Private flying as Sport Pilot. The Polini Thor will work well on the Aerolite. Aerolite 103 Welcome to EAA Forums! Some options are available but it is very likely you may have to travel to get instruction. However, on whole, I think this is a highly reliable aircraft. nemeth-designs. 386-738-4444. I didn't love that it has a yoke instead of a stick, but that's just personal preference. Powered by Invision Community, X-Plane VFR, X-Plane Scenery Creation (smaller VFR Airports), Amateur Radio. I think there was a version of Hummelbird that ostensibly qualified as ultralight. 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. The demand is clearly there. We Need Information! Learn as much as you can about 2 strokes. At recent Oshkosh events, two One-Week Wonders were built using a kit from Zenith with power from Rotax or a Vans RV-12 with another Rotax 9-series engine. Perhaps the following answer sums it up. 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. by rsteele Mon Sep 18, 2017 9:23 am, Post If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Seems like with lower speeds and the ability to land almost anywhere if the engine fails, they'd be pretty safe (assuming they're not prone to structural failure). Light Is Right In the Eyes of FAA and World CAAs, LSA & Lightplane Highlights at Oshkosh 2012. with a 4-stroke. In the '70s I grew up with 2-stroke road and dirt bikes, and found those (Yam and Zuki) to be strong and reliable, although smoky. Ive seen a few trikes make 254lbs. By messages and phone calls. too. It may not display this or other websites correctly. BYF accomplished the feat by using a spar-less wing that was a truss welded from aluminum tubes. You cannot paste images directly. In retrospect I wouldnt pay more than 10 USD for this, not the nearly 20 I paid absolutely overpriced. Fully I was OK sorting out the key but missed the obvious when looking for the fuel tap.they are always attached to the bottom of the fuel tank. Hi Hollis: I did not know the answer so I reached our directly to U-Fly-It boss, Dennis Carley. by Jim Hardin Wed Sep 20, 2017 7:58 am, Post 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). 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 HeliSimmer.com Forums Nemeth Designs . I clicked all around it and couldn't get it to move. by chicagorandy Sun Sep 17, 2017 4:43 pm, Post Aerolite 103. I own one and I assure you it does. One impression I have gained from being around the Part 103 crowd is the striking lack of knowledge about aircraft and engines. The Oshkosh 2019 Super Wonder Aerolite 103 will be equipped with these options or upgrades: Final selling price: $17,900 (clarifying, that is $3,000 off the standard price of $20,900 for a Ready to Fly model with options listed). However, you can certainly go observe and discuss the build effort with U-Fly-Its staff. Tech Support: Information! No, those figures are not typos!|. Plugs fouled regularly, and exhaust ports needed to be cleaned now and then, but sooo easy to work on, not a problem. KGEO This is a solid, great flying ultralight. Seems like either of those engines would make weight just fine and provide a nice, more modern upgrade to the Hirth F33. (see below), Reduction D. Nice. Maybe they are the genuine ones. With a very heavy emphasis on the word claim. With the volume of unit sales you must be expecting with MSFS 2020, The Aero-Works Aerolite 103 is now available for $17.90. May 10, 2018 in Nemeth Aerolite 103 Throttle problem solved - Microsoft Flight So, what to do? I move it left or right, nada, I press F6 on its own and with the hand over the lever, nada. Four-point Restraint ). I have heard there is a LONG wait period to get a pre-build one like 6 months or more. Please ask U-Fly-It directly. Id like to get flying again my June in SOMETHING! But at EUR 18.60 - and once I stop laughing - Id rather fly my kite! is Ultralight virgin. | Pilots of America i found the fuel tap so how do i i turn it ???? This could be fun. FAA Regulation Update Fall 2022. Your email address will not be published. I just received a September copy of SPORT AVIATION, in which there is an excellent article regarding the Aerolite 103. They added kits as a way to help keep up but their business is extremely solid. Come to think of it, Dennis Carlin offers a version of Aerolite 103 with a 4-stroke . Im trying to find a 103 in my area to look at in person, but no luck so far. Please contact by email or text one of the directors for more . 265-315 lbs. 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. It's just expensive and cannot take any options (like wheel pants). Aerolite 103 Hangar Talk - Facebook If you treat one like a four stroke, you are guaranteed to have problems. Please contact them using the link here to ask about delivery times. The new owner can load it up on Saturday afternoon/evening, Dennis finished, or we can deliver it to you. At 220, the climb rate is about 600 feet per minute, and cruise speed about 55 miles an hour. Website: https://www.uflyit.com/aerolite103main.htm, This website regularly promotes affordable aviation. I believe his last name is Harrison if Im not mistaken and he also plays Bluegrass music. When the enginestarts to catch, immediately give it some fuel and release the start button. One thought and one question: 1. Aerolite 103 Flight Model. And even that is pushing it. We respond to ALL email I recently discovered that on my Aerolite 103 (Nemeth Designs) the throttle slide would not function using either my joystick or my throttle quadrant. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Wallaby Ranch in Florida has been using Rotax 582 powered Dragonflies to aerotow hang gliders for years and that has to be the worst treatment an aero engine can get. AEROLITE 103 Builders Vlog - YouTube And personally I just don't know of any such engine. It nicely represents a low battery, but don't think that is what it is doing. Keep following this website for more. Filed Under: Aerolite 103, Splog, U-Fly-It. Admittedly, there is always some magic. A number of ultralights fly with 4-stroke engines. This is the most popular Part 103 airplane these days. all-in. I honestly thought Nemeth stopped developing addons. U-FLY-IT Light Sport Aircraft, LLC provides Light Sport and Ultralight aircraft sales, flight instruction, assembly and repair. Hello, Super? surely, I exaggerate, right? Thats a bummer as this is exactly the aircraft I waited for in MSFS. On this lightweight aircraft, even with a beefier pilot, an F23 Aerolite is going to perform exceedingly well. From U-Fly-It in DeLand, FL. Nice counter opinion, well put. Im 71 and not sure how many more years I can fly. Shortly after takeoff, I quickly lose altitude and crash. Nice little ultralight! 3Dreaming since new. I had to look few minutes also the fuel valve (red handle) is under the tank (it's easier if you look at it from outside). List ByDanJohnson.com all LSA Services each one verified to have the airplane or expertise you seek. I helped with the RV 12 last year. Box 103, Millersburg, OH 44654, phone 330-674-9715, : 330-674-1559 . These were amazing efforts as this video describes, but Dennis and his Aerolite thinks they can do it quicker far quicker. U-Fly-It has a dealer in Germany for some years. If you prefer an aircraft with an electric start option, Aerolite is available with the Hirth F-33 for just $16,700. But this old dog knows that advertising "hype" can cover up a lot of defects, hence my concern. I couldn't reach the technical team even when I was pretending to be an interested buyer. In an age where many Light-Sport Aircraft run $150,000, to well possibly much more, affordability becomes something of a tortured word. Third Party Addon Discussion Aircraft. When Help Comes to the Rescue FAST! ulysses10 and the landing gear.). I have to agree that the price is waaay too much for what youre getting. Or maybe designing your own aircraft? And there have been several Generac/Briggs & Stratton 4-stroke conversions. Verner no longer makes either engine. Results 1 to 6 of 6 Thread: Aerolite 103 Thank you! Shown in the off position. Are Aerolite prices enticing for what many consider to be a dandy little airplane? 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). Hello - Tried to fly the Aerolite 103 today for the first time in XPlane 11 and although I followed the steps below, the propeller would only turn at a rate of 1 revolution per 20 seconds, and not start, as I am outside the craft watching startup. Product Support. 600 lbs. Propeller, Nose And even then its still iffy.). Possibly a great choice for some low and slow flights over all the new points of interest in the USA World Update? However, Aerolite lacks for nothing to give you a good time in the air and it wont break your budget. In a mere 20 hours during bankers hours, some might say an Aerolite 103 will go from kit to flyable aircraft. The Aerolite 103 ultralight aircraft is now for sale again by u-fly-it who now is manufacturing this wonderful aircraft in DeLand FL. Prices around $18,000 ready-to-fly may still be more than some people want to pay for an aircraft that is like a boat, motorcycle, or ATV its a machine you have fun with and it needs to fit within your family budget. Parachute! XP11 General discussion. The frame of the plane remains in excellent condition. The mouse would still operate the throttle manually. Or is the thought that such engineering improvements really arent necessary? Aerolite 103 aircraft. I was able to google a manual - searching for "aerolite103 checklist". What a shame they dont. Youd need a <70lb. New release : Aerolite 103 - Microsoft Flight Simulator Forums These generally either weigh too much or arent powerful enough (or both). (Photo courtesy As far as i can tell, a buddy & i both got them after the patch yesterday. Super Wonder. The Oshkosh 2019 Super Wonder Aerolite 103 will be equipped with these options or upgrades: Hirth F33 engine; Electric start; Lightweight lithium battery; Culver pProp; EIS panel; Hydraulic brakes; 6-inch wheels and tires; Final selling price: $17,900 (clarifying, that is $3,000 off the standard price of $20,900 for a Ready to Fly model with . Hi Gregory: Please direct your question to U-Fly-It. Length: 16 ft. 3.25 in. Believe it or not you can buy a $90 Predator 212 from Harbor Freight, a $500 stage 4 kit from any number of go kart racing sites and have a 4 stroke putting out 40-45 hp at the crank the weights 50lbs dry. They may have every bell and whistle but if you cant afford it, whats the benefit? When pressing the start button the engine turns over but it appears to be starved of fuel. EGPS Longside Airfield - Scenery Packages - X-Plane.Org Forum 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. But alasit taps in around 80lbs. 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.
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