BIG BUBBLE

I’ve got one

changed the constant speed prop out for a DUC fixed pitch

So much better than the CS prop and Soooo Much lighter

fab plane

get one if you can

It has been noted that there was one particular constructor of an aircraft that was not following the instructions given to them by the manufacturer, nor following them as required by the E-LSA regulations. This is that aircraft. This is that constructor.The manufacturer as far as I know was the one that notified the RA-Aus of the construction deficiencies, and also notified the constructor. The constructor continued to ignore all warnings about the construction deficiencies.

 

Condolences to the family and friends.

 

("deficiency" = non-standard construction or unauthorised alteration)

You say "AS FAR AS I KNOW"- Or should it be- "What I've been told". But by who and for what reason?

I knew the aircraft, I knew the constructor. But I don't know the exact cause of the crash

My point was the pilot had only just passed away and already people with all this"inside knowledge" were having a sly dig . As I said anything could of happened. The implications that it was bound to happen due to either age of the pilot or the fact that he modified

version of a kit plane was the cause of the accident is at this moment completely baseless.

No good giving condolences after throwing knives- you should be ashamed of yourselves

Garry Morgan called me to advise that there has been a fatal crash at Taree this afternoon. It is believed the pilot is around 70 years of age and was flying a heavily modified single seat Super Diamond. It is understood that he (and Ra-Aus) had been warned on a number occasions of the impending problems but seemingly these were ignored.See http://www.manningrivertimes.com.au/story/1451094/fatal-ultralight-crash-near-taree/?cs=1467

 

My sympathy is extended to his family and loved ones.

Dont know why this had to be posted- What is that ment to imply? [moderated - hostility]

Look at the first two shots-the control sufaces tell the story. But its real easy to be judgemental in front of a computer. I have had a wing lifted just before touchdown in my bat from a sudden gust during a x wind landing. Could have ended like this- just lucky I caught it in time. The best part of that sequence of shots is the two occupants getting out unhurt.

Can anyone tell me what a Rans S5 or a super pup 4 are like to fly and own? Any specific probs with these aircraft?

:star: ALL GOOD. Do the Tif and then keep going. Its a bit hard at first but after a while it all falls into place. I didn't think I was going to get the hang of it and then Bang at about 10 hrs it came to me. RAAUS lic is heaps cheaper than GA and probably all you need but suss out both. A Gazelle is a great little plane- no rocket ship, just enjoyable flying.