paddo2002

I saw this story too. Once again, I thought that if you are looking for a paddock to put down in with unfavourable conditions, the Jabiru would certainly be the plane to be in. Once again...pilot walks free.

A great outcome and awesome job by the pilot. Maybe it could be fixed. If only all Efatos could turn out that way

Sorry, I should have pasted the link to the story

https://www.themercury.com.au/news/national/light-plane-crashes-south-east-of-melbourne/video/2f5041d6953bb4a9bfe138bff1ead2aa

https://www.ntnews.com.au/news/national/light-plane-crashes-south-east-of-melbourne/video/2f5041d6953bb4a9bfe138bff1ead2aa

I note on seven news, plane crash after engine fails at 100ft. Thankfully everyone ok. 

The plane is a 182 G. VH DGF. Sadly My father used to own that plane and I remember when it was resprayed into that colour scheme. 

It appears it was doing parachute flights. We usd to use her for aerial seeding. 

Doesnt look like like it will be doing much anymore.

Damn that looks like G747 Allan Wardills Raftor. I did a TIF in that one. It was lovely to fly and he was very accomodating. Sad to see it like that, but glad he is ok.

I always liked the grasshopper. Definitely a classic from the great Winton family.

Sorry all. Just saw this was posted in the Warbirds over Wanaka thread in au nz discussions forum. Please disregard

I know we are heading off topic here, but sheesh, the runaway ultrabat looks like it has a mind of its own. Another Winton classic there. Wish I had seen it fly.

Yak 3 runway collision at Warbirds over Wanaka. Looks like the repair bill might be a big one.

Suggest you give some actual thought to just how much power 65hp is when you’re flying a light weight airframe one up before you make comments. And compare that “low power” to what even a 100hp rotax powered fast plastic has per kg flying 1 up.

Fred Byron, who built my flea, built a number of those here in Australia.

The work they do is truly impressive. I have seen there wares on display at Omaka a number of times and they are amazing.

All I can say is that if it is internal fraud then that is a shame. This sort of thing can bring an entire operation down and one such as this, is too important.

Hi all,

I was just visiting the TVAL website and I noticed a post at the top of the page. Is anyone aware of what is going on? They have an awesome collection of aircraft. It would be a shame to see them stop doing the marvelous job they do.

check it out here

http://thevintageaviator.co.nz/

Those aircraft are the seized ones when Steve Hart went to jail. I note the sea fury and his Cap are still out off limits. I have always liked VH-YAY ever since I saw Cameron Ralph Smith fly it at Caboolture a long time ago. It has the 400hp motor in it. I made an RC Model of it and it flew very well. Like you litespeed, even at bargain basement prices, I still couldn't afford to get one. Also all of those planes have not been touched in a long time, so who knows what lurks beneath.

Thanks Doug. I did get them from the POH. Thy are OK for what I need. Cheers

Thanks Kasper,

I thought you would drop in soon. This was the plane not long before the first flight. He did a spectacular job on it.

Quite Correct Nev. Having personally flown flown one, This pilot knew what he was doing as far as design went, but as you put it, the engine seemed to be the problem. Can happen to any type. I am not sure what the current status is in the UK, but here in Oz, I have one flying and I know of a few others.

Just an update on this particular one. I have followed the build on this particular aircraft. It was an HM14-360. It was fitted with a BMW motor and this was about its second flight. The pilot was critical but stable and is recovering well. That is some good news.

This flea is the HM290FB that Kasper speaks of. It is fitted with a Rotax 503 and a 62 inch prop. Plenty of power and Kasper and I have both been on the heavy side when flying it. No CofG troubles or shortage of power getting us in the air. It is one of two that Fred Byron built. The other was an HM14 which Fred reconditioned and Kasper had the honour of testing them both. Crosswind landings are as Kasper described, a nonevent. This flea also has the howell spoilers and Cossandey Flap. Neither of which I use regularly. It cruises at about 65kt indicated and I am more than happy to answer as many questions as can be thrown my way.

By the way, nice Minimax. I have always like them.

I am the current owner of the HM290FB of which Kasper speaks. It flies very well. The plans for this aircraft are freely available on in the internet at Pouguide.ar.

It flies very well and there is video footage of me doing it at youtube. search Flying Flea at Watts Bridge.

Where about are you Scott? If you want any photos of a completed one, just contact me.

Cheers.

Does anyone know where I can get a 3 view drawing of a GR912S?