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WOW, What can I say, SLARTI this is fantastic and works a treat - Thanks Mate. I'm blown away with this great affordable technology and now I have just seen the other thread re "Google Tracking" COOL !!

Bushbaby Hi Spectre-o Also at B'gary, myself and a mate also considering Bushbaby's. Have not been able to get feedback from supplier, have you had any luck?

Very interesting subject, have a read of these. Looks like there is benefits but a bit of R & R needed to get shape right and how far downstream to place. I wouldn't be surprised if John Gilpins has had a look into winglets. How Things Work: Winglets | Flight Today | Air & Space Magazine A close Look at Winglets

My 2 cents worth. I've been looking around coming to grips with what fixed wing aircraft I would like to own. I've only flown in a few Tecnams, Savannagh's but all powered by Rotax (also my own 503). I like the look of the Jab's and Aussie and better Qld product BUT I look at the For Sale adds and many have different hours Engine to airframe etc and not big airframe hours, new heads etc. This is even aparent on the Jab site. From reading this thread I can see many people love their Jabs and a lot are very hands on mechanically and maybe thats what Jabs need. For me, I don't want to increase risks of engine out unnecessarily especially as my kids are most likely my passengers. I wont buy an aircraft powered by a Jab motor, I understand the process of time and use to make them better and i'm sure they are a lot more reliable now than previous BUT for me i'll go Rotax. Pity Jab don't have a rotax option.

Communication I've only been flying a short time, a couple of years in PPC's and now up to circuits in fixed wing. I fly Caboolture which shares 118.8 with Redcliffe and Caloundra. I use "(location) traffic" as taught but after reading this thread like "Traffic (location)". Not catching the location will distract you from tasks at hand. I've only been a pilot for a short time but I have been around for quite a while. The intention of communication is for the other party to understand what you want them to know, in life or on the radio. KISS (Keep It Simple, Stupid). Teach how to communicate clearly and simply and how to operate a radio.

RC Powered Parachute Hi Guys, Saw this one up at Sunshine Coast steers by weightshift and owner uses for aerial photography. PM me if you want contact details.

Hi Rocketman, Put on a photo of a Buckeye so we can see. Whats the Stats i.e power plant etc. I am getting bigger prop will give up to 30% more power for better lift.

Hi Barandbrew, closest I know of is Bundaberg. PM me with your contact details and i'll arrange for him to call you

Hi Barandbrew, The A'chute has an air speed of 30knts (app. 55kph) if you've got wind at 20 kph then youll have a ground speed of 75 in one direction and 35 in the other. In the middle of a hot day it can obviously get bumpy and gusty wind may be uncomfortable. The manufacturer recommends fly in winds under 15 knts. We all fly for the enjoyment of it and the best time to fly in tropical climates is early or late. In the cooler months you can fly all day. I usually like to get to the field do checks and warm up and get in the air just after 6am, fly for 45mins, pack up get home and start work at 7.30. Great way to start the day. Its quick to prepare and packup and easy to trailer. Whats your location, I may be able to give you a contact to go for a fly.

Hi Deskpilot, Your right about just your feet in front of you. Even in the A'chute mag all the spectacular photo's from around the country always have a sandshoe in them. I've considered Gyro's, had a fly with Allan Wardill up here and yeah interesting. Also taking some fixed wing lessons. The A'chute is easy to trailer and at the end of the day if needed the Parachute is already up there.

Hi Brentc, Yeah Mal is a Queenslander now (saw the light). I'll mention your post and see if he can reply

Hi Bruce, I'm looking forward to seeing the Big Red Chute in the air, yeah this forum is a good medium, all our Pilots are RAA so can utilise.

Aerochute Controls Hi Thomo, The Parachute is controlled by 4 control wires on each side attached to the Trailing Edge. See pic of my flying away with right hand down. This slows that side of the wing which causes the machine to turn right. Pulling down both toggles at the same time causes the wing to slow down and the machine to Pendulem forward - Flare. See video's on manufacturers website www.aerochute.com.au Hi BLA82, been up in the Echo and Sierra today, Am hoping to take the Aerochute up early tomorrow Saturday say 6 till 7am weather permitting.

Why handle the prop. I fly an Aerochute which has a Rotax 503, The training syllabus advises - chokes on, fuel on, prime fuel, Ignition Off - pull the starter 3 times ( or 3x 2 second hits with the electric start). Either way well away from the prop. Then Ignition on .......... May not be suitable for the 4 strokes. I am currently training in a Technam Echo with a 912 and go through the "Burping" procedure as instructed on that type.

I only got 78% and I fly a Parachute thats already open

Light plane crashes near Bathurst airport

Hi again Bla82, I'll PM you when i'm going up to the field so you can have a look and if game i'll take you for a lap or 2.

Hi BLA82, maybe me you saw although couple others time to time. Also started some fixed wing with Zane at Prosky in the Echo. I love the Aerochute and its fexibility, trailer, Stol etc. but also interested in flying A to B. Aerochute industres currently awaiting ok from cab aero club to conduct commercial tifs and training but a long time coming. I've been a Member at YCAb for over a year and getting to know a few of the charachters. What do you fly, ?

Well Hi All. Lets get something going - My name is Mike Cosgrove and I fly an Aerochute (#308 from the factory- nicknamed Winchester) mainly out of Caboolture QLD. TT is 56 hrs, I have 7o hrs on type and a couple on others. Following are some pics taken flying around home, some of the machine and a couple chasing cattle. For those who dont know the Aerochute has a Rotax 503 does about 30 kts is approved CASA and RAA registered. My record height 4007' (4500 ceiling, see photo only had shorts on). It is a 2 seater side by side, have Raptor Intercom with Skyrider helmets, UHF and VHF & Garmin 60Csx. Electric Start (phew). My machine dry is 115kg, fuel is 30ltr and MTOW has recently been increaed to 350kg. The machine is slow and reactive to wind but is a fantastic platform for photography, having a look or chasing cattle and very STOL. My kids love it, even my 82 year old mum has been for a ride.

Hello moderator, seems a whole lot of posts have ended up in "Powered Chutes"