The price of Aerolite is $ 14,000.00 plus sales tax. I am a Private flying as Sport Pilot. Your previous content has been restored. They only show a 60" & 63" Prop. Other engine options are available, including Rotax 447 and 503, Kawasaki 440, Hirth F23, etc. So, the price difference is practically negligible, but I'd like one that offers stupendous views in VR and is gentle to fly (weather permitting, obviously!). Remarkable! And maybe lacklustre products deserve a lackluster review! Let me explain. Parachute! Theres a braking noise that occurs non stop on a loop for me unless I put on my parking brake. These were amazing efforts as this video describes, but Dennis and his Aerolite thinks they can do it quicker far quicker. Hi Gil: No such option exists now but ask the company, U-Fly-It. this article about Aerolite with a four stroke. Lets hope better examples are offered up, and at a realistic price. And that's the rubno matter how you slice it, 2-strokes used in aircraft will always need more maintenance and attention than any 4-strokes. That does seem a little pricey for what it is. And there have been several Generac/Briggs & Stratton 4-stroke conversions. Do you sell the kit without the engine and if so what is the price? List ByDanJohnson.com all LSA Services each one verified to have the airplane or expertise you seek. U-Fly-It has a dealer in Germany for some years. At 220, the climb rate is about 600 feet per minute, and cruise speed about 55 miles an hour. By all means, contact the Aerolite 103 factory. 32 HP Kawasaki 340 Powered Aerolite $15,900, 28 HP Hirth F-33 Powered Aerolite $16,790. I am using the Oculus Rift VR headset which makes it very easy to look under the fuel tank. 1: 507: Plus, a deal awaits some lucky buyer. Product Support. M O S A I C
Official Nemeth Designs Forum. My question is, how reliable is this engine? Check out our new video of Aerolite 103 in flight. 2 ). Also, it's wings fold in 20 minutes for trailerability. The rudder axis is 'reversed' as well. What is the actual command one has to give to move the lever? ANIM_rotate_key -7 -6.99978874 Indeed, $150,000 Light-Sport Aircraft are priced beyond common budgets.August 12, 2011, Manufacturers in the ultralight industry believe they know what pilots want or what they will buy, anyway.November 1, 2002, M O S A I C
Right??? Deland, Florida producer U-Fly-It offers a ready to fly Aerolite 103 for the modest sum of just $15,900. Shame really. teraz wiem jak wczy silniki w tym samolocie. Hello - Tried to fly the Aerolite 103 today for the first time in XPlane 11 and although I followed the steps below, the propeller would only turn at a rate of 1 revolution per 20 seconds, and not start, as I am outside the craft watching startup. I had a brain burp. Research on the INET produced very little useful information; a few swear by them, and just as many swear at them. ANIM_rotate_key 0 0 Modern ultralights, as said above, are quite safe IF theyre flown within their limitations by a pilot who understands the differences between them and heavier aircraft. However, on whole, I think this is a highly reliable aircraft. i found the fuel tap so how do i i turn it ???? document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Pasted as rich text. Here's at least one that was load tested. Super affordability. Do you have a link? I have heard there is a LONG wait period to get a pre-build one like 6 months or more. Get the oil mix right and keep the revs inside the redline and everything worked fine. Id like to get flying again my June in SOMETHING! My loss! Im trying to find a 103 in my area to look at in person, but no luck so far. What a shame they dont. Can anybody speak for their reputation as a developer? Aero-Works Aerolite 103 Ultralight Aircraft for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, The fps drop comment is very strange for an aircraft with no avionics (funnily enough noted in areas that are typically fps heavy regardless), I imagine the flight model comments are a little more valid however. BYF accomplished the feat by using a spar-less wing that was a truss welded from aluminum tubes. That said, I dont believe they went forward with this idea. Armilite Jul 26, 2019 1 2 3 4 Next Armilite Well-Known Member Joined Sep 5, 2011 Messages 3,700 Location AMES, IA USA Jul 26, 2019 #1 What am I doing wrong ? I always enjoyed the ultralights in previous sims. Aerolite 103 should be taken from the marketplace. Fairing & Windscreen, To install, download, unzip and place in the livery folder. HeliSimmer.com Forums - 10 Sep 20. Is Hirths 28-horsepower F33 enough power for bigger pilots, say someone weighing 250 pounds? Starts first pull. From U-Fly-It in DeLand, FL. They added kits as a way to help keep up but their business is extremely solid. No help from me other than to suggest a different forum to search - non sport pilot that is- I know I've seen postings regarding the Hirth and other ultra-light engines over at the EAA Forum groups -, "Don't believe everything you read on the internet" - Abraham Lincoln. XP11 General discussion. The discussion forum for Sport Pilots and Light Sport Aircraft, Post but to say something can't weigh more than most retired adult males is a bit ridiculous. ulysses10 I would consider one, but live on the Treasure Coast in Florida and have no ultralight fields in the Port St. Lucie area that I am aware of. It was one of a few Part 103 aircraft with certain engineering elements that were, uh, "questionable". We are also testing a couple other engine models currently, both of which should be very viable options for heavier pilots. In case Hirths numbering system may confuse you, F33 is a super light single cylinder engine where F23 is a horizontally opposed twin cylinder model producing 50 horsepower. Tank, Dacron Covering, 2) what is this bulb at the end of the blue cable or tube on the right side of the cockpit? I helped with the RV 12 last year. Retired from flying. YES! A couple years ago, Dennis revived the idea of a kit Aerolite 103. jschallenberg Backyard Flyer (BYF) did, too. I was able to google a manual - searching for "aerolite103 checklist". In an age where many Light-Sport Aircraft run $150,000, to well possibly much more, affordability becomes something of a tortured word. When asked by a customer if U-Fly-It has any plans for a two seat model, Dennis responded,We are building so many single seaters that we just dont have time to make a two-seater. Super? surely, I exaggerate, right? Learn as much as you can about 2 strokes. General Discussion. Love this ultralight hope to buy one next year! Hmmm, I dont think so. But every pilot flying a 2-stroke knows that and flies accordingly, right? Pasted as rich text. featuring your choice of color(s), Various Engine Configurations At recent Oshkosh events, two One-Week Wonders were built using a kit from Zenith with power from Rotax or a Vans RV-12 with another Rotax 9-series engine. Super? surely, I exaggerate, right? Register today and take advantage of membership benefits. It can be a kit or complete, and standard comes with a Hirth F33 2-stroker. A kit version of Aerolite 103 is prepared for shipment at U-Fly-Its DeLand, Florida factory. Copyright 2021, U-FLY-IT Youtube has evidence that refutes that. I like this bird, something is wrong whit the payload calculation,so you have to enter a very low pilot weigth, but otherwise a nice but different experience. 1) Why does the Primer light or control in the overhead panel do nothing? Nice little ultralight! No wonder it has remained popular for more than three decades. Located at Brown County Airport in Georgetown, Ohio. A-103 is like Quicksilver RTF and Belite is like a very puny Cub (it's actually a much reworked Kitfox that's hardly recognizeable anymore). Or maybe designing your own aircraft? Youd need a <70lb. I move it left or right, nada, I press F6 on its own and with the hand over the lever, nada. The Aerolite 103 is available as either a fully assembled, ready-to-fly, single seat aircraft, or as a Quick-Build Kit that you can assemble yourself in Less Than 50 Hours! This is the most popular Part 103 airplane these days. . Flight Crew A320 (Button Control) Released for MSFS, Flight Replicas releases the Piper L-4 Grasshopper for MSFS, Black Squares Technical Overview Video Showcases Incredible Simulation Features of the Analog Bonanza, Top Mach Studios announces the Boeing/Saab T-7A Redhawk for Microsoft Flight Simulator, Review: FS Traffic almost, but not quite, Accurately simulated engine performance/limitations, Native next gen MSFS 2020 format (not port over), Supports most of MSFS 2020 visual features, Fully animated fuselage, controls and instruments (ailerons, levers, switches, wing-flex, etc). In any event, contacting U-Fly-It is the best way to resolve your inquiry. The Aerolite 103 is fun to fly, but it seems incomplete. Ive seen a few trikes make 254lbs. Aerolite 103 is surprisingly well equipped: Flaps, trim, conventional three-axis control with a yoke and rudder pedals, windscreen and nose fairing, steerable nose wheel with sturdy shock-absorbing main gear, four-point seat belts, 5-gallon aluminum fuel tank, Azusa brakes, fully anodized aluminum airframe and all basic instruments including Please contact Aerolite 103 directly for such information. And personally I just don't know of any such engine. AEROLITE 103 ULTRALIGHT ROTAX $14,000 FOR IMMEDIATE SALE Rebuilt rotax 447 with 42 hours. May 10, 2018 in For the price of 2 super grande primo latte mocha bla bla coffees or 2 combo meals at your local mystery meat fastfood chain or a 24pk of premium double ply toilet paper its fun and well worth - which is a nice change of pace (with my obviously ridiculous opinion), This thing is the ultimate sightseer and not much slower than a Cub, Sounds excellent, flies as it seems it should (tho ive never flown an ultralight sadly) trims nicely, plenty of gusto getting high and finesse getting low, I flew around just south of my home in Cape Canaveral, NASA, KSC and had a blast, With this recent POI update to the States, this and it are a perfect combo. We Need Information! Please keep all post Aerolite 103 related. Fully assembled and ready to fly aircraft available. These generally either weigh too much or arent powerful enough (or both). Usually, you people complain about over-regulation by the FAA. So, surely that means you get some super stripped-down aircraft with no features, both to save money and to stay within FAR Part 103s demanding weight and flight envelope parameters right? So, how affordable can Aerolite be to warrant my claiming super affordability?, Rob Tuttle, following Aerolite on Facebook, posed a similar question, How much minus delivery?. Less than 5 hours were put on the new engine and it was fogged, covered, and placed in a hangar until now. Mariano Rosales/EAA). Each Aerolite Surely a good design would not have a major stumbling block like turning a lever so bloody difficult! I really would have bought it if it had been EUR 10 or less. Blade Tennessee Im 71 and not sure how many more years I can fly. The new owner can load it up on Saturday afternoon/evening, Dennis finished, or we can deliver it to you. As I have become frustrated with the Sport Pilot licensing route, but still enjoy flying, this presents new possibilities. Having seen many other kit aircraft manuals in the past, we can say with confidence that our manual is one . We literally can not build them fast enough.. Please contact by email or text one of the directors for more . I love the Aerolite 103, however, I have a problem with 2-stroke engines. The new Aerolite 103 Kit Assembly Manual is completed and being shipped to our customers, who are assembling their own Aerolites. Has 447 Rotax engine and Powerfin prop. Ill do the calculation for you. How do i fly these ultralights? The mouse would still operate the throttle manually. , Flight Sim Models (FSM) Releases Aerolite 103 Ultralight FSM announces the model release of Aero-Works' award winning Aerolite 103 ultralight for the Microsoft Flight Simulator 2002. What am I doing wrong ? Sun n Fun 2021 / Day 1 Charged with Excitement Battery Electric Aerolite 103 Is Flying Now! Super Wonder. Official Nemeth Designs Forum. Please ask U-Fly-It directly. with Suspension, They're not certified and I don't believe there is any requirement that a manufacturer design them or test them to any kind of standard of structural soundness. Ahh yes, the aerolite, i enjoyed flying this thing in xplane quite a bit. Aerolite 103 Hangar Talk 915 Biscayne Blvd., Hangar B, DeLand, FL 32724. Required fields are marked *. It's a PDF at barnstormers.com. FAA Regulation Update Fall 2022. Are Aerolite prices enticing for what many consider to be a dandy little airplane? And even that is pushing it. https://www.uflyit.com/aerolite103main.htm, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Youd need a good redrive to swing a prop with that and it would probably run you as much as the motor but youre still only in $1,400 ish at that point. Azusa Brakes, For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I don t know many other companies in all of light aviation that can say that. He replied, We contemplated this (having others help) but ultimately decided to allow people to view, but not participate., The two primary reasons, Dennis continued, were EAAs request for us to provide liability insurance for anyone providing hands-on assistance (which I doubt is even available, and our hangar policy does not extend to third-party locations), and our desire to keep the build on track given the fairly small number of hours available in the Workshop Tent from Tuesday to Saturday.. Yasin: I am sure you can order from overseas. Thanks. Website: https://www.uflyit.com/aerolite103main.htm, This website regularly promotes affordable aviation. X-Plane.Org Aerolite 103 Flight Model. I went looking for the Skidoo race manual you mentioned - Did not find it. Bought it and honestly this isnt bad but as with nearly every MSFS release thus far its been buggy. Clear editor. Approximately 200 detailed pages, including nearly 300 color photographs. I honestly thought Nemeth stopped developing addons. This forum is the place to discuss All Things Experimental. Shortly after takeoff, I quickly lose altitude and crash. If you have to wait because the line is busy, it is probably because other pilots agree with me that Aero-Lite 103 is a desirable machine. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. As far as i can tell, a buddy & i both got them after the patch yesterday. JazzSam March 21, 2021, 1:02am #1. I don't know much about them. U-Fly-It (current builder of the Aerolite 103) offers several engine options, and I wouldn't mind paying a little extra for a solid mill. That said, I've never flown one, but did the same sort of research you are starting on now, a few years ago. It is, therefore, a somewhat challenging aircraft to get off the ground, but once in the air youll experience an open view over the world below, an unique flying experience in the real world but also in MSFS. Seems like with lower speeds and the ability to land almost anywhere if the engine fails, they'd be pretty safe (assuming they're not prone to structural failure). Again with an emphasis on the word claim. The new Sport Pilot rule makes flying affordable! You can post now and register later. Hence, your input will be much appreciated (especially if you are an aerolite builder). Please use links in the article or this one to inquire directly with the factory for pricing. (see below), Reduction D. Plugs fouled regularly, and exhaust ports needed to be cleaned now and then, but sooo easy to work on, not a problem. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. For now, some of the newer 2-strokes (like the Polini 250) are actually pretty reliable if installed and maintained properly. Is it possible this plane is not the complete article? I recently discovered that on my Aerolite 103 (Nemeth Designs) the throttle slide would not function using either my joystick or my throttle quadrant. After he put this on his Facebook page, this show airplane will surely sell long before Oshkosh 2019 starts. | Homebuilt Aircraft & Kit Plane Forum Forums Technical Discussion Areas 2-Stroke Aircraft Engines So I talked to Aerolite 103. of Nice. A Cessna driver who jumps in an ultralight without any transition training is asking for trouble. . Fully I live at an altitude of 6,500 feet and need power to overcome that density altitude especially on hot days. too. slip indicator, tachometer, EGT, We have a super offer in conjunction with AirVenture in Oshkosh next month, announced Dennis in June 2019. Hi! 1) Why does the Primer light or control in the overhead panel do nothing? and the landing gear.). The few changes to the Aerolite in conjunction with certification in Europe are not anything that we deemed necessary to change on the U.S. models. U-Fly-It (current builder of the Aerolite 103) offers several engine options, and I wouldn't mind paying a little extra for a solid mill. Believe it or not you can buy a $90 Predator 212 from Harbor Freight, a $500 stage 4 kit from any number of go kart racing sites and have a 4 stroke putting out 40-45 hp at the crank the weights 50lbs dry. The buyer will have to pick item up at 175 Chapter Educational Center at Tampa Executive Airport in Tampa , FL. Note: due to increased spam activity, there will be a slight delay as all new users must be approved manually. You wrote here in the article that the Hirth F23 produces 40hp it actually produces 50hp. (18-22hp a piece.) On March 16, 2013, about 1000 eastern daylight time, an experimental Aerolite 103, N2549W, was substantially damaged when it collided with terrain near Immokalee, Florida. Plan on attending the Annual Sport Pilot Expo, http://eaaforums.org/forumdisplay.php?9 ight-Strip. Standard Equipment on Every Aerolite: You will need to create a username and password on your first visit - click the register link at the upper right to proceed, and join the conversation! http://godolloairport.hu/calc/strc_eng/index.htm, http://www.uflyit.com/aerolite_103_specifications.htm, Aircraft Design / Aerodynamics / New Technology, Flying bike update, in case you were wondering. Unlike a gas station on every corner, instructors for ultralight aircraft are more rare. Anyone who can recommend one over the other? Haven't flown it for a while now, but should probably get back and enjoy some "low-and-slow" flying again. 600 lbs. A-103 is sold out of Ohio, 2012 list $16.5k + BRS $3,650. Hi Hollis: I did not know the answer so I reached our directly to U-Fly-It boss, Dennis Carley. This group was created for those interested in the Aerolite 103 to share ideas, thoughts and information. I was OK sorting out the key but missed the obvious when looking for the fuel tap.they are always attached to the bottom of the fuel tank. Upload or insert images from URL. Im a French ultralight pilot renting Savannah and Bingo all year long. The Aerolite 103 ultralight aircraft is now for sale again by u-fly-it who now is manufacturing this wonderful aircraft in DeLand FL. If you prefer an aircraft with an electric start option, Aerolite is available with the Hirth F-33 for just $16,700. U-FLY-IT Light Sport Aircraft, LLC provides Light Sport and Ultralight aircraft sales, flight instruction, assembly and repair. And even then 2-strokes are still prone to "giving up the ghost" with little to no warning. Third, I have no experience with a pusher prop ultralight. The Aerolite is currently on sale (just a shade over $10) whereas the Top Rudder is not, but still only $10 at full price. I had to look few minutes also the fuel valve (red handle) is under the tank (it's easier if you look at it from outside). But I did find a 2006 Ski-doo shop manual. Light Sport Aircraft, LLC. with a 4-stroke. Start button - press. Automobile companies, building tens or hundreds of thousands of a single model, have an average U.S. selling price of more than $35,000 in 2019. The frame of the plane remains in excellent condition. 6: 1039: March 10, 2021 Bell407 Paint file. The Oshkosh 2019 Super Wonder Aerolite 103 will be equipped with these options or upgrades: Final selling price: $17,900 (clarifying, that is $3,000 off the standard price of $20,900 for a Ready to Fly model with options listed). engine options are available, including Rotax 447 and 503, Have fun. I think there was a version of Hummelbird that ostensibly qualified as ultralight. AEROLITE 103 Builders Vlog @aerolite103buildersvlog8 1.95K subscribers 76 videos This channel was created for anyone who owns the Aerolite 103 ultralight airplane. XP11 General discussion. Modern ultralights are perfectly fine, their engines have also come a long way. Hi Gregory: Please direct your question to U-Fly-It. The Aerolite 103 ultralight aircraft is now for sale again by u-fly-it who now is manufacturing this wonderful aircraft in DeLand FL. Is there a fuel and/or choke? Aerolite 103 aircraft. We do not currently offer the Thor 250 as an engine option from our factory here in the U.S., (since we have the F33 available, and the performance is about the same) but we can certainly install or provide the Polini if that is your engine of choice. For me the skid ball only indicates left (with rudder full left or right), Edit the cockpit object: at ../X-Plane 11/Aircraft/Laminar Research/Aerolite 103/Aerolite_103_cockpit.obj, ANIM_rotate_begin 0.00000012 -0.00000034 1.00003028 sim/cockpit2/gauges/indicators/slip_deg KGEO This is a solid, great flying ultralight. I badly wanted this to be a solid release as I could see myself having a blast flying low and slow and taking in the sights with this one. Be serious please! I was finally able to get the 103 started, thanks to this discussion: But there are some other things about this default airplane that still mystify me. Well, it is still debatable whether the mysterious aircraft is indeed a genuine Chinese copy of the Aerolite 103. TRIS 3525 720. since new. So I'm intrigued and inspired by the whole "Part 103" aspect. I think this is the first complaint I have seen on one of these aviation sites about under-regulation. Fuel valve must be rotated horizontal before you can prime and start the 103. Light Is Right In the Eyes of FAA and World CAAs, LSA & Lightplane Highlights at Oshkosh 2012. Right now the Aerolite has been broken up in three sections (main fuselage, left and right wing with struts attached). is a professionally built, ready-to-fly, legal by HAPPYDAN Sun Sep 17, 2017 9:42 am, Post Results 1 to 10 of 10 Please contact Aerolite 103 producer U-Fly-It for shipping info. And, if you want, you can add a whole-airplane parachute (which itself will allow a few more pounds for other accessories or perhaps a more powerful engine). Part 103 single-seat ultralight type aircraft. It nicely represents a low battery, but don't think that is what it is doing. List ByDanJohnson.com all LSA Services each one verified to have the airplane or expertise you seek. 2) what is this bulb at the end of the blue cable or tube on the right side of the cockpit? Founder of MSFS Addons and a flight simulation enthusiast since the early days of FSX. Flaps, Shock by chicagorandy Mon Sep 18, 2017 12:32 pm, Post , (BTW, you should say a prayer that the Backyard Flyer is no longer produced. Flying Into Oshkosh An Eye-Opener, but What If You Were Really Young, and in an Ultralight Aircraft? Sad to hear its getting lackluster reviews. But it weighed 81lbs. And I am entitled to my opinion. ANIM_rotate_key -10 -6.99978874 One impression I have gained from being around the Part 103 crowd is the striking lack of knowledge about aircraft and engines. I have to agree that the price is waaay too much for what youre getting. Third Party Addon Discussion Aircraft. It was pretty neat. They tend to be temperamental. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Need help with Letters of Authorization? by 3Dreaming Mon Sep 18, 2017 5:30 pm, Post So, what to do? Any issues please let me know. The problem is that finding a 4-stroke under 80lbs. 4-stroke (all-in weight) that puts out a MINIMUM of 28hp continuous to be viable in the Part 103 space. Gross Weight: 600 lbs. Please contact them using the link here to ask about delivery times. Delivery is free if you are someplace close to our route home (nominal delivery charge if you are not close to our route back to Florida).. Finally, the Swissauto 250 is a newer 4-stroke entry that looks good. Aerolite 103 is surprisingly well equipped: Flaps, trim, conventional three-axis control with a yoke and rudder pedals, windscreen and nose fairing, steerable nose wheel with sturdy shock-absorbing main gear, four-point seat belts, 5-gallon aluminum fuel tank, Azusa brakes, fully anodized aluminum airframe and all basic instruments including airspeed, altimeter, slip indicator, tachometer, exhaust gas, and cylinder head temperature gauges. That's what I use as I recall. Verner used to make a light two-cylinder 4-stroke, but it only pushed out 35hp max and about 23hp continuous. * U-Fly-It's European dealer is Vierwerk. Practically speaking a Part 103 engine cant be much more than 80lbs. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Get Your Aerolite 103 Hats Here!