Assembled, Factory Built General Discussion. Sun n Fun 2021 / Wrap Up More Airplane News Will Follow, but How Was this Years Event? The Polini Thor will work well on the Aerolite. Converting an S-LSA to E-LSA? Does everything work in it after todays update? Deland, Florida producer U-Fly-It offers a ready to fly Aerolite 103 for the modest sum of just $15,900. Having seen many other kit aircraft manuals in the past, we can say with confidence that our manual is one . Results 1 to 10 of 10 (see below), Reduction D. Finally, the Swissauto 250 is a newer 4-stroke entry that looks good. If you treat one like a four stroke, you are guaranteed to have problems. Propeller, Nose Standard Equipment on Every Aerolite: I am a Private flying as Sport Pilot. Wonderful! Maybe I'm falling prey to the hype, but this one sounds good. George Dean, Hi George: Yes, Aerolite 103 producer U-Fly-It has been exceptionally busy for the last few years. How does it cost to get a Aerolite 103 kit from factory with and without the engine? The new Aerolite 103 Kit Assembly Manual is completed and being shipped to our customers, who are assembling their own Aerolites. Both Legal Eagle and Hummelbird were only compatible with very small pilots, and the latter also disposed with the canopy. 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. Your link has been automatically embedded. by 3Dreaming Mon Sep 18, 2017 5:30 pm, Post You might want to try out a wee trip from Longside. The entire regulation for Part 103 can be printed on the front and back of a single page of paper. by rsteele Mon Sep 18, 2017 9:23 am, Post My question is, how reliable is this engine? I clicked all around it and couldn't get it to move. Also, it's wings fold in 20 minutes for trailerability. Powered by Invision Community. Paste as plain text instead, Right now the Aerolite has been broken up in three sections (main fuselage, left and right wing with struts attached). (You basically have to strip darn near everything except a speed gauge, altimeter and a seat out of a Part 103 to fit a 4-stroke, AND add a parachute using a loose (or ambiguous) interpretation of Part 103 rules. Specifically the spar-less wing that was truss welded from aluminum (!) Airframe, But the engine starts. You are using an out of date browser. The loss of engine power due to the seizure of the magneto piston. I really would have bought it if it had been EUR 10 or less. Aerolite 103 kit and plans starting $11,500. The Aero-Works Aerolite 103 is an American ultralight aircraft that was first manufactured by Aero-Works, Inc, of Millersburg, Ohio. It nicely represents a low battery, but don't think that is what it is doing. Flying Into Oshkosh An Eye-Opener, but What If You Were Really Young, and in an Ultralight Aircraft? slip indicator, tachometer, EGT, 9 Likes New Release: Yakovlev Yak-18T by Nemeth Designs (v1.03 Aug 27) How can I be involved with this one week build? Upload or insert images from URL. A new and updated version of the Scottish Wings livery with the latest logo.just for fun. However, Aerolite lacks for nothing to give you a good time in the air and it wont break your budget. U-Fly-It (current builder of the Aerolite 103) offers several engine options, and I wouldn't mind paying a little extra for a solid mill. Display as a link instead, My loss! by TimTaylor Mon Sep 18, 2017 1:30 pm, Post Check out our new video of Aerolite 103 in flight. One thought and one question: 1. Admittedly, there is always some magic. If I'm not mistaken, the ultralight crowd is how BRS got their start. Super? surely, I exaggerate, right? 32 HP Kawasaki 340 Powered Aerolite $15,900 28 HP Hirth F-33 Powered Aerolite $16,790 Im a French ultralight pilot renting Savannah and Bingo all year long. Super Affordability: U-Fly-Its Aerolite 103 Ultralight Aircraft Will Be a One-Week Super Wonder, DeLand Showcase 2017 Records Growth Customers Flew & Bought Vendors Smiled, Aerolite 120 Launches in Britain and Ireland. aerolite @uflyit.com 386-738-4444 915 Biscayne Blvd., Hangar B, DeLand, FL 32724 We respond to ALL email messages and phone calls. But I did find a 2006 Ski-doo shop manual. Legal Eagle did most famously. They may have every bell and whistle but if you cant afford it, whats the benefit? In any event, contacting U-Fly-It is the best way to resolve your inquiry. After he put this on his Facebook page, this show airplane will surely sell long before Oshkosh 2019 starts. April 2, 2018 in Lets hope better examples are offered up, and at a realistic price. No wonder it has remained popular for more than three decades. The private pilot sustained serious injuries. Yes, love ultralights. since new. Listen, modern airplanes have become quite expensive. Fully assembled and ready to fly aircraft available. 32 HP Kawasaki 340 Powered Aerolite $15,900, 28 HP Hirth F-33 Powered Aerolite $16,790. 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. BYF accomplished the feat by using a spar-less wing that was a truss welded from aluminum tubes. We literally can not build them fast enough.. Product Support. And even then its still iffy.). KGEO This is a solid, great flying ultralight. X-Plane.Org Product Support. At 220, the climb rate is about 600 feet per minute, and cruise speed about 55 miles an hour. It seems like th water cooler two strokes are more reliable than those that are air cooled. that is both reliable and powerful enough is difficult. 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. Or maybe designing your own aircraft? Hi Shane: Presumably you want to be on U-Fly-Its mailing list, so please go direct to them (use the register here. Verner no longer makes either engine. For me the skid ball only indicates left (with rudder full left or right), Edit the cockpit object: at ../X-Plane 11/Aircraft/Laminar Research/Aerolite 103/Aerolite_103_cockpit.obj, ANIM_rotate_begin 0.00000012 -0.00000034 1.00003028 sim/cockpit2/gauges/indicators/slip_deg So, what to do? I have to agree that the price is waaay too much for what youre getting. When pressing the start button the engine turns over but it appears to be starved of fuel. Some options are available but it is very likely you may have to travel to get instruction. That's what I use as I recall. Hence, your input will be much appreciated (especially if you are an aerolite builder). As far as i can tell, a buddy & i both got them after the patch yesterday. The Aerolite 103 is fun to fly, but it seems incomplete. 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 thats a sub EUR 10 aircraft all day. Hi Ken: U-Fly-It does offer a kit and I believe they will do so without an engine. Sad to hear its getting lackluster reviews. The engines are better, too, but even more important our understanding of how to run and maintain a 2-stroke engine is better as well you cant treat a 2-stroke like a Lycoming and expect it to last. 1: 507: What am I doing wrong ? Clear editor. Can anybody speak for their reputation as a developer? Aerolite 103 kit and plans starting $11,500 Fully assembled and ready to fly aircraft available. but to say something can't weigh more than most retired adult males is a bit ridiculous. We Need Information! A product that is no longer supported by the developer, or is further developed, should not be for sale in the marketplace. I think this is the first complaint I have seen on one of these aviation sites about under-regulation. Get Your Aerolite 103 Hats Here! List ByDanJohnson.com all LSA Services each one verified to have the airplane or expertise you seek. Hi Jeff: Thanks for catching the error. But this old dog knows that advertising "hype" can cover up a lot of defects, hence my concern. Are you building/buying/flying an Experimental Amateur-Built (E-AB) or Experimental Light Sport (E-LSA) aircraft? The model number indicates that the Aerolite was designed to comply with the Federal Aviation Administration FAR 103 ultralight rules. For more information about the Aero-Lite 103, contact Aero-Works, P.O. Stage 4 they turn 10-12k all day. I read the Aerolite article too and was impressed. Because you can fly one of these aircraft without a pilot license (though all sellers will require training or proof of skills), without FAA registration to obtain an N-number (none need be displayed), and the pilot requires no medical. They tend to be temperamental. The Aero-Works Aerolite 103 is now available for $17.90. Thanks! What might seem affordable to a pilot that can buy a nearly one million dollar Cirrus SR22 is vastly different from what is affordable to most readers of this website. Mariano Rosales/EAA). Light Sport Aircraft, LLC. Modern ultralights, as said above, are quite safe IF theyre flown within their limitations by a pilot who understands the differences between them and heavier 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. I have searched the internet for the owners manual for the Aerolite 103 without success. 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. Here's at least one that was load tested. Does Aerolite in the U.S. have plans to implement any of those changes to its U.S. aircraft? The Aerolite 103 For now, some of the newer 2-strokes (like the Polini 250) are actually pretty reliable if installed and maintained properly. NONE of the above works for me. With the volume of unit sales you must be expecting with MSFS 2020, But at EUR 18.60 - and once I stop laughing - Id rather fly my kite! I just received a September copy of SPORT AVIATION, in which there is an excellent article regarding the Aerolite 103. How much is it going to cost me? The airplane was registered to and operated by the private . Knowing the frustrated are more likely to sound off than the satisfied, I'm asking any and all to respond with info, facts, or anecdotes regarding the Hirth aircraft engines, especially the F33. Don't know about 1) but I thought 2) is a hydrostatic fuel gauge? Kolb Firefly (and Trifly, the tricycle-gear version of the Firefly). You cannot paste images directly. The price of Aerolite is $ 14,000.00 plus sales tax. 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. And even that is pushing it. But it weighed 81lbs. You wrote here in the article that the Hirth F23 produces 40hp it actually produces 50hp. As in the United States some were skeptical at Aero.April 12, 2014, Several news items in our March 2013 LSA News Wrap and well get to it right after this: Were thrilled to tell you that for the second month in a row ByDanJohnson.com achieved another record.March 12, 2013, In the near future, well present fuller stories of some of the following short bits from Oshkosh 2012.August 20, 2012, [UPDATE spring 2014] The Aerolite 103 is now manufacturered in Deland, Florida by U-Fly-It, the contact info for which is located at the end of this article.August 12, 2011, Many pilots speak of airplanes they cannot afford. Nose Wheel This dedication within the aviation community has made flying safer than driving despite what landlubbers believe is a risky way to travel.February 11, 2021, UPDATE 1/14/21 Regretfully, I must announce that DeLand has cancelled its Flyway to Highway event due to Covid-19. DJ by chicagorandy Mon Sep 18, 2017 12:32 pm, Post featuring your choice of color(s), Various Engine Configurations I like this bird, something is wrong whit the payload calculation,so you have to enter a very low pilot weigth, but otherwise a nice but different experience. In retrospect I wouldnt pay more than 10 USD for this, not the nearly 20 I paid absolutely overpriced. 386-738-4444. I have the cursor hand over the lever. He left the business for a time and another man tried to replicate the creation.August 19, 2016, Aerolite 103 from U-Fly-It has been on a tear for the last couple years, producing at capacity and stretching to produce even more for 2016.November 19, 2015, Part 103 ultralight activity was not the news I expected to report from Sun n Fun 2015, certainly not as my first report.April 28, 2015, Some people have long believed that Part 103-legal weight shift trikes or single place powered parachutes may be possible but Ive often heard the pronouncement, You cannot make a legal three axis Part 103 airplane. I wonder if those folks are ready to admit their error?December 31, 2014, Evidently, a magic number exists to authorities in various civil aviation agencies around the developed world.September 15, 2014, It depended on whom you asked. Hi Gregory: Please direct your question to U-Fly-It. is 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. But alasit taps in around 80lbs. Please contact by email or text one of the directors for more . It can be donebut the underlying airframe has to be VERY light to make it work. The buyer will have to pick item up at 175 Chapter Educational Center at Tampa Executive Airport in Tampa , FL. On this lightweight aircraft, even with a beefier pilot, an F23 Aerolite is going to perform exceedingly well. This was unique to the Aerolite, all other planes I tried had no throttle issues. We Need Information! by HAPPYDAN Sun Sep 17, 2017 9:42 am, Post I went looking for the Skidoo race manual you mentioned - Did not find it. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Yes, that surprisingly low price is good right now, and yes, the company can earn a profit on that so you know they can stay in business to serve your needs in the future. Get the oil mix right and keep the revs inside the redline and everything worked fine. jschallenberg Ive always thought the Aerolite 103 would be fantastic with either one of the 29HP or 36.5HP Polini engines. ft. Perhaps the following answer sums it up. New FI.R.M. 600 lbs. Again with an emphasis on the word claim. I helped with the RV 12 last year. Of course there are plenty of VW conversions, but here too weight becomes an issue. Could you tell me please? Learn as much as you can about 2 strokes. Bought it and honestly this isnt bad but as with nearly every MSFS release thus far its been buggy. https://www.uflyit.com/aerolite103main.htm. 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. By He replied, We contemplated this (having others help) but ultimately decided to allow people to view, but not participate., The two primary reasons, Dennis continued, were EAAs request for us to provide liability insurance for anyone providing hands-on assistance (which I doubt is even available, and our hangar policy does not extend to third-party locations), and our desire to keep the build on track given the fairly small number of hours available in the Workshop Tent from Tuesday to Saturday.. I need to put those funds to toilet paper hoarding maan yes good point to make, putting it into perspective its not a horrible price. Maybe they are the genuine ones. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Hi! is a professionally built, ready-to-fly, legal Has 447 Rotax engine and Powerfin prop. Come to think of it, Dennis Carlin offers a version of Aerolite 103 with a 4-stroke . This is the most popular Part 103 airplane these days. No, those figures are not typos!|. I think your comment on structural failure is valid too. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Can you genuinely find an aircraft you like that is affordable?December 8, 2021, Everyone has returned home from the first major airshow in too long (other than the wonderful sector-specific event calledMidwest LSA Expo).April 21, 2021, For years Ive said that of all aircraft to succeed with battery electric flight, the first truly usable, enjoyable aircraft would be a Part 103 ultralight.April 14, 2021, Aviation preaches safety long and loud. Light Is Right In the Eyes of FAA and World CAAs, LSA & Lightplane Highlights at Oshkosh 2012. Assembly will take place in the Workshop Tent next to the Red Barn in the Ultralight Area, now known as the Fun Fly Zone Tuesday through Saturday, during 9-11 AM and 2-4 PM. When asked by a customer if U-Fly-It has any plans for a two seat model, Dennis responded,We are building so many single seaters that we just dont have time to make a two-seater. Please contact them using the link here to ask about delivery times. Im interested in buying my own aircraft , but all metal two seaters are too expensive to my budget. Of course, any used aircraft may need additional maintenance and a homebuilt model (some Aerolite 103s are so constructed) may have deficiencies. It nicely represents a low battery, but don't think that is what it is doing. Copyright 2021, U-FLY-IT You cannot paste images directly. Parachute! The hand symbol does not appear next to the fuel bulb. and a Fully Anodized Airframe. When Help Comes to the Rescue FAST! Display as a link instead, Part-103 Ultralight: Experimental: Configuration: Single Place: Single Place: Empty Weight (1) 235 lbs. , (BTW, you should say a prayer that the Backyard Flyer is no longer produced. Ive seen a few trikes make 254lbs. Discussion in 'Flight Following' started by TexasAviation, Apr 29, 2019. messages and phone calls. I honestly thought Nemeth stopped developing addons. JazzSam March 21, 2021, 1:02am #1. ANIM_rotate_key 10 6.99978874 It was pretty neat. Blade Tennessee Box 103, Millersburg, OH 44654, phone 330-674-9715, : 330-674-1559 . Are Aerolite prices enticing for what many consider to be a dandy little airplane? Plus, a deal awaits some lucky buyer. instrument (airspeed, altimeter, I am using the Oculus Rift VR headset which makes it very easy to look under the fuel tank. Affordable Aviation Can You Find a Budget-Meeting Aircraft for 2022? The rudder axis is 'reversed' as well. Admittedly, there is always some magic. Thats a bummer as this is exactly the aircraft I waited for in MSFS. M O S A I C I do not know, but it looks like a simple port over to me. I live at an altitude of 6,500 feet and need power to overcome that density altitude especially on hot days. XP11 General discussion. 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). How much or can I even get one here? mouse wont turn it!! These were amazing efforts as this video describes, but Dennis and his Aerolite thinks they can do it quicker far quicker. Retired from flying. The Aerolite 103 is a pusher configuration rear propeller lightweight piston powered single engine aircraft nbsp The empty weight varies from 252 lb 114 kg to 300 lb 136 kg with 275 lb 125 kg useful load depending on the individual configuration Most. ANIM_rotate_key 7 6.99978874 Fully FAA Regulation Update Fall 2022. with basic flight and engine Any issues please let me know. Hmmm, I dont think so.June 23, 2019, The second year of the DeLand Showcase is over.November 12, 2017, For years Aerolite 103 has been a charmer of the Part 103 class of aircaft.August 19, 2016, Terry Raber has returned with his charming Aerolite 103. Plus it flies so nicely that the smile youll have after your first landing may last you the rest of your life. Aluminum Fuel Dan What is the safety and performance record of the Aerolite 103? U-Fly-It owner Dennis Carley replied, The normal price for this aircraft, assembled and ready to fly as it is equipped, is $21,680 without the parachute, $25,065 with the chute. Airshows can bring even better prices but continue with this story for an even more unbelievable value. ANIM_rotate_end The neon yellow/green fabric appears to be in . HeliSimmer.com Forums - 10 Sep 20. AEROLITE 103 Builders Vlog @aerolite103buildersvlog8 1.95K subscribers 76 videos This channel was created for anyone who owns the Aerolite 103 ultralight airplane. Aerolite 103 Flight Model. Four-point Restraint Hi Gil: No such option exists now but ask the company, U-Fly-It. Your email address will not be published. However, you can certainly go observe and discuss the build effort with U-Fly-Its staff. Super affordability. Verner also made a three-cylinder radial that looked promising with 42hp and loads of torque. an old thread, but I'm new to XP11. X-Plane.Org Bang! Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Tank, Dacron Covering, Less than 5 hours were put on the new engine and it was fogged, covered, and placed in a hangar until now. TIA! Learn how your comment data is processed. too. With a very heavy emphasis on the word claim. 2 . Located at Brown County Airport in Georgetown, Ohio. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. It's a PDF at barnstormers.com. Well, it is still debatable whether the mysterious aircraft is indeed a genuine Chinese copy of the Aerolite 103. You will need to create a username and password on your first visit - click the register link at the upper right to proceed, and join the conversation! Third Party Addon Discussion 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. I like that the covering is sail cloth that is zipped on -- easy and cheap replacement and access to the structure. nemeth-designs. We respond to ALL email How do i fly these ultralights?