fred cenko

That would be great if the new council would keep it open to the public and not lease it out to a aero club,as there are no landing fees or club memberships there yet as I understand.Thanks for the info all.

Howdy all Has anyone been to this airfield lately near Rockhampton along the the coast.Looks like a great place to fly,according to my country airfield guide of Qld it says according to rumour the airstrip will be closed for redevelopment in the future,I would like to try it out next week, but would appreciate any info who has been there lately.

It was a Fasterway PPC with a 500sqft chute,same flying principles as a aerochute,but different design and different sized canopy.The aerochute has a 367sqft canopy.Condolences to all family and friends ,no one wants to see these things happen.

Good idea I am with you now.

Yes and no.tying up a steering line on a cleat hardly looks legal and legit

Drilling holes to put little cleats in looks a little shabby I think.I still like the idea of flying the aircraft and being in control

Understand what you mean.I got the idea of using sticks 3 weeks ago when flying for nearly 2 hrs in a straight line up and back and having to contend with a slight crosswind all the way.For the time being these sticks will do me till she dies,and steelbreze comes along,hopefully by then RAA would have sorted out this mess with the CFIs.

If you want to do tight turns when say mustering etc and using full flare.then you just switch to manual to get the full flare. I would imagine.

But you would not be using electric mode for full flare on landing anyway ,you use the toggles in manual normal landing to get the full flare anyway or does the set up restrict the full flare in manual mode too?Thanks for handy info on the velcro handles

Thanks for that info Kev.I purchased a newer superceded design from the the Contes as they do not make those pulley ones you mentioned anymore.These ones are electronically operated from a servo unit that is operated from a 12v battery that runs to your regulator/rectifier.The sticks are only 3 inches long and you can operate them with only 2 fingers right in front of you.You take off in a normal fashion with your hand toggles,then when your 100ft you flick a switch and go electronic mode,then prior to landing you switch back to manual mode.Steve is sending them out to me soon and I will let you know how it all goes cant wait.

Ive been watching a lot of videos on Aerochutes, and have noticed no one ever seems to fly with them.I have been wanting to get a set,but am sitting on the fence a little about them.I know Aerochute makes them,but there are no photos or prices on them.Are they worth getting?would appreciate any comments from people that have them or had them,like them dont like them etc.

Well put Nashy,I could not agree more.Much more broken arms and legs flying the 3 axis fixed wing jabirus of late.

The airfield at Teewah is no longer used by fixed wing aircraft as it is not deemed safe for them,and the good news is it is only used for ultralights hang gliders helicopters and model aircraft.gps on google earth 26 18.813 south 153 02.685 east.There is a windsock,no fuel, the runway is unsealed dirt and there are crosses marked on the southern runway.Runway lengths are 900m and 500m.If you cant get hold of Dave,then ring Airport operations manager 075453 1505,or wayne Cambie Noosa Model Aircraft Club on 0407 760975 mob.Cheers.

Gday Mike I will be taking up a 110kg fella next week with the new 59 inch Bolly,if we can get off the ground all will be vindicated with the Bolly as I know with the old ivo there will be a chance of pruning the trees at the end of the runway.The Contes say the 55 inch Bolly will be out this month.

Maybe that is why aliens in their UFOS do not want to land here.They study us look at at our ways and laugh and just keep on keeping on going.

Unfortunately yes ,the Bolly fixed pitch is a factory moulded non adjustable pitch, made for Aerochutes.Thanks anyway for the info.

Took the new 59 inch fixed pitch bolly for a test flight today and compared it to the 58 inch ground adjustable IVO prop.The 2 improvements were a slightly better straight and level cruise speed with the Bolly 5150 Ivo prop was 5250.Much quicker response in power with the Bolly,especially with low level flights,no lag in power as was with the IVO.The biggest let down was the climb rate,which was only 380 fpm full throttle at 6250IVO was 6350 and climb rate 400 fpm .the temp in the morning was 25 degrees as was the same with the IVO prop,solo weight was the same me 88kg as was with the IVO. Tried to lean out the mixture as the plugs were black, running rich,still could not get past 6250rpm.On a scale 1-10 I would give it a 5.Save your money and stick with the IVO

They are a good durable prop,just got to put some thin supa glue around the edges of the steel tape to stop it from peeling,which is what the manufacturer at IVO recommended.Need a prop to get me up there quicker with heavier passengers which is why I upgraded to a Bolly 59 inch fixed pitch.

Hi Kevin, sorry sold the prop yesterday on Ebay,chaps coming over to pick it up on Tuesday.If he is a no show,I will get back to you.Cheers mate.

Hope the the moderator over there can pull his finger out and do something,cant see it really.On a better note sounds like PPC flying is really gaining momentum on the other side of the world there.Would love to come over.sounds like a terrific crowd.

ju Just put the new prop on today and hand cranked her over today and really noticed the ease and lightness while cranking over .Couldnt go for a flight today its been pissing down all day.I have some details of the climb rate with the old ivo so I can compare the two when the weather clears up and get back 2u.Cheers.Hows the the mud slinging goin over at APPA?

Done 20 hrs since purchased brand new from IVO props USA.Well balanced no vibrations.Upgraded to a 59 inch Bolly fixed pitch prop.Do not need anymore.$180.

The These new 55 inch Bollys are yet to be released,Feb next year still in their trials.I know I need a better performing prop when taking up passengers than with the 59inch IVO I currently run.Your question on fuel economy on smaller dia props gives food for thought.This URLfrom the Bolly Book in the first section under blade area vs blade dia in performance might help with your question.I still have an open mind on the 55 inch,but going to a larger dia prop might be the better option for the slower more drag Aerochute.http://www.bolly.com.au/book/Book.php?Chapter=2&Section=4

I have a white edition standard type with a wrist band remote control,and love them.Pictures and recording set at 720 max wide angle is like having a 3rd eye its so clear. Especially mounted on the helmet instead of the Aerochute frame.The only very minor thing is because they are so small they do not have a playback screen and you need to pair it with your iphone to playback which has a slight lag in the playback.If you download it on your pc or YouTube, no problems with lag.

What climb rate are you getting say feet per minute with your 62 inch prop,flying solo?