Guest gosk8ing Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Hey, Just wondering what kit/plans aicraft are out there. So far Ive been interested in the Midget Mustang. It needs to have the following: All metal construction (aluminium), Cheap - $10k - $15k for kit, Proven design, 1 or 2 seater, but preferable 1 due to cost, Good performance, Any suggestions would be great. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherk Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 have a squiz at the Thatcher CX-4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianrat Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Have a look at the CH601XL. 2 seat aluminum kit very well put together kit. look at the "Zenith thread" on this forum for some more details. As the dollar is now around 97 cents against the US dollar it would be about 20k to get one into OZ. Ianrat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest disperse Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Although it has a fabric skin over metal .... check out the Super Diamond it's in the price range HERE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest disperse Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Danda has his for sale (I beleive this is the original one built by Garry ) HERE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gosk8ing Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 The Thatcher CX-4 looks pretty nice, but there is no information on the website about how long its been around, how many sold, ect. Now going to scratch building, any planes out there that you guys can think of? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Teenie2 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 teenie two ,it is the cheapest alloy a/c around .VW eng is cheap as well. http://theminicoupe.com/_wsn/page5.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markendee Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 1/2 a Savannah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brentc Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 Keep in mind that a Midget Mustang won't be able to be RA registered as its' stall speed is too high, just in case you were going that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sain Posted July 25, 2008 Share Posted July 25, 2008 theres also the hummelbird http://www.flyhummel.com also the ultracruiser and ultracruiser plus. Plans built, but parts available. for a two seater you could go a zenith, but i'm certain it'll come out over your $10k figure. The engine will come out over that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timm427 Posted July 25, 2008 Share Posted July 25, 2008 Look at the Sonex US$13.500 kit + shipping 80hp claimed 110knots 2 seats +4.4G. They also make a VW based 80Hp engine kit for US$6000-7000 dont know about power and reliability though. It is designed to be fitted with 2.2 & 3.3 Jabby donks as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gosk8ing Posted July 25, 2008 Share Posted July 25, 2008 Thanks for all of you help!! After looking at many kits, prices ect. Ive decided that Ill either stick with the Midget Mustang or go for a RV3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Teenie2 Posted July 26, 2008 Share Posted July 26, 2008 A midget mustang and rv3 for under $15000 ????? get real Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Redair Posted July 26, 2008 Share Posted July 26, 2008 RA Aus magazine has a Zenith 701, advertised. All metal, STOL and around $15,000.... that's complete, so no build costs to add on. There is some front end damage, (Approx $5,000 worth, I believe) but it might be worth a look. Redair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gosk8ing Posted July 26, 2008 Share Posted July 26, 2008 Teenie2, i did say $10k - $15k for a 'KIT'. Standard kit for the Midget Mustang is $9,164USD. With engine mount, cowling, spats $12,454USD. Standard kit for a RV3 is $13,425USD. Still have to add your engine, instruments, paint ect. as with any other kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest disperse Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 Kitplanes magazine has a excellent search engine for aircraft manufacturers. Directory Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ROM Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 There is also the very comprehensive Danish site, in english, that provides a wealth of info on all the various LSA / ultralight sites. http://www.ultralightmarket.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t83 Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 For those looking for plans built check out the BK-1. http://www.bkfliers.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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