Guest AVOCET Posted November 1, 2010 Share Posted November 1, 2010 Hi, my name is mike sharples,i have been busy these past couple of years building my new designed fuselage that i have strapped a couple of jabiru 250 wings to ,should be finnished around new year. I look forward to showing at temora at easter [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JRMobile Posted November 1, 2010 Share Posted November 1, 2010 Hi Mike, Welcome aboard Recreationalflying. Which engine are you putting in the Avocet, and looking forward to some pics. Cheers john Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazza 38 Posted November 1, 2010 Share Posted November 1, 2010 :wave:Welcome Mike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrajerra Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 Hi Mike. Just heard your recorded podcast with PCDU @ Natfly. Great work man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahlocks Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 to fly would be the first thing that comes to mind.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakej Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 saw the Avocet at Natfly....can't work out what it is designed for............... Does it matter ? Mike had a dream, built it & it flies well I believe - what a fantastic achievement Jake J 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winsor68 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 I was impressed by the photos I have seen of the aircraft at Natfly... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deskpilot Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Photo's, anybody? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrH Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Photo's, anybody? Here are some pics - I thought full credit to the builder, looked really smick H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deskpilot Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Thanks Mr H. I now remember seeing some photos previously but didn't connect the name. I seem to recall some derogatory remarks about the rear stowage doors. I like them as they remind me of the Blackburn Beverley clam shell doors from my early days in the RAF. I'm not sure how they effect the tail boom strength though. The up swinging doors make for easy access and egress so another plus. However, the top mounted engine, apart from an undesirable high trust line (IMO) spoils the looks as it looks somewhat agricultural, again, IMO. Kudos to Mike though, he/you had a dream and made it happen. Good onya mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winsor68 Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 I guess the big question Mike Hi, my name is mike sharples,i have been busy these past couple of years building my new designed fuselage that i have strapped a couple of jabiru 250 wings to ,should be finnished around new year. I look forward to showing at temora at easter [email protected] I guess the big question Mike... How does it fly? Its like an Ra-Aus Caravan... I like it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icebob Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Hi, Wow I like it and could recommend it to a very "windy" pilot I know, those rear doors would suit him fine. Bob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleemanj Posted May 19, 2011 Share Posted May 19, 2011 Tell you what, if that thing was a twin, it would be one hell of a plane. Reminiscent of a Tecnam P2600T or Partenavia. Love the clamshell doors, very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest turnbase Posted May 29, 2011 Share Posted May 29, 2011 Any news on flight characteristics?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Herring Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 Does it matter ? Mike had a dream, built it & it flies well I believe - what a fantastic achievement Jake J I agree with Jake J.. I remember very well at an SAAA fly-in at Wagga several years ago when Mike was discussing his dream. Because he is an enthusiastic and quality builder he has now realised that dream. It will be very interesting to see what his plans are for it, but knowing Mike we will see much more. Best Regards ED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JabiruJoe Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 Go Mike:spot on: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now