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by Biggles
Sun Dec 11, 2022 9:57 am
Forum: Aircraft for Sale
Topic: Aerotrike Scout 503 for sale SOLD
Replies: 0
Views: 40637

Aerotrike Scout 503 for sale SOLD

ZU-DNP Aerotrike Scout 503 Spirit 15 wing 370hrs Rotax 503 with E-Box (electric start) Airmagic Intercom ICOM A23 radio Aero Comp 3 blade prop MGL digital Fuel level and flow. GPS Garmin 196 Helmets and headsets included 40,000 Neg for a quick sale Very stable and sturdy trike. I have had many happy...
by Biggles
Mon May 27, 2019 4:45 pm
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Fuel tank plumbing
Replies: 2
Views: 3353

Re: Fuel tank plumbing

You could not have it at the very bottom of the tank because it will just pick up water or gunk at the bottom of the tank. Having the pick-up from the top also means it is easier to work on/ inspect without having to drain the tank.
by Biggles
Mon May 27, 2019 4:34 pm
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Trike wing Billow what causes it
Replies: 2
Views: 2934

Re: Trike wing Billow what causes it

The billowing of the wing is caused by the flying wires moving the spreaderbar from side to side. When you bank right, you push the bar left that pushes the spreaderbar left "tightning the right side decreasing the mean camber (and amount of lift on the right) and increasing the mean camber on the l...
by Biggles
Mon May 27, 2019 2:41 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Withdrawal of Designation : RAASA
Replies: 7
Views: 11299

Re: Withdrawal of Designation : RAASA

It has begun... doing my ATF and now I have to get AMS Aircraft Maintenance Schedule for an Aerotrike Scout...
by Biggles
Wed Dec 19, 2018 11:04 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Deployed old ballistic chute
Replies: 14
Views: 9564

Re: Deployed old ballistic chute

Hmmm, 5-8 year repack would probably represent a half life type probability of failure. So the chances of failure past 5-8 years get exponentially greater. The fact that one deployed successfully after 3x the recommended life means nothing. Deploy 20 that are 15 years old and all worked, then we can...
by Biggles
Sat Mar 31, 2018 4:26 pm
Forum: Aircraft for Sale
Topic: B22J ZU FCX for sale
Replies: 9
Views: 5818

Re: B22J ZU FCX for sale

Kobus Robbertze wrote:
Thu Mar 01, 2018 6:54 pm
I am in the process of looking for another aircraft and not considering to give up flying soon. Need the money for the new aircraft.
Bigger Market for Land Rovers than Microlights... just a thought
by Biggles
Sun Mar 04, 2018 10:41 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Microphone wind noise
Replies: 6
Views: 4007

Re: Microphone wind noise

I am not a big fan of "wind in my face". I have a balaclava with a slit cut in the side and I feed the mike through. These new buffs are all the rage now and you could do the same with a buff.
by Biggles
Sat Sep 23, 2017 2:54 pm
Forum: Aircraft for Sale
Topic: COBRA For Sale -- *** SOLD ****
Replies: 23
Views: 16072

Re: COBRA For Sale

Is this still available? Long shot;)
by Biggles
Thu Jul 27, 2017 5:53 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Flying Wingboard undergoes wind tunnel testing!
Replies: 1
Views: 1262

Re: Flying Wingboard undergoes wind tunnel testing!

WYP outs are going to be epic... and last several minutes:)
by Biggles
Thu May 25, 2017 12:43 pm
Forum: Aircraft for Sale
Topic: Mainair Blade 912
Replies: 12
Views: 7787

Re: Mainair Blade 912

Bayliner informed me he has a deposit and would let me know if the sale falls through.
by Biggles
Tue Mar 07, 2017 6:50 pm
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Engine noise feedback
Replies: 8
Views: 3685

Re: Engine noise feedback

I had the spark plugs changed to resistor types and all noise is gone!! Such a pleasure!! Thanks Mr Madman!!

Zulu powerbox, intercom and icom A3 radio.
by Biggles
Tue Feb 07, 2017 6:18 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: ICASA?
Replies: 2
Views: 1272

ICASA?

So what is the process now?

Dump money in thier account and hope for the best? Keep proof of payment?

How much for the 5 year license?
by Biggles
Sun Feb 05, 2017 9:24 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: NEW Frequency morningstar
Replies: 3
Views: 1730

Re: NEW Frequency morningstar

Morningstar website still says 124.8. No mention in NOTAMs
by Biggles
Tue Dec 06, 2016 1:27 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Compulsory Registration of Aerodromes
Replies: 25
Views: 9436

Re: Compulsory Registration of Aerodromes

(^^) (^^)
John Boucher wrote:All on ice, sent back and withdrawn
by Biggles
Thu Dec 01, 2016 11:52 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Magnetic field strength
Replies: 5
Views: 2172

Re: Magnetic field strength

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Magnetic field strenght