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  1. Thread: Hawk question

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    Zaitcev, Thanks for the info. We're about...

    Zaitcev,
    Thanks for the info. We're about the same in total flying time, although i have zero time in taildragger. If i go with the BYF, i will get the tri-gear. I've flown the Skipper,...
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    Excellant!!!! Merry Christmas to everyone!

    Excellant!!!! Merry Christmas to everyone!
  3. Thread: Hawk question

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    The more research i do, the more i am convinced...

    The more research i do, the more i am convinced that the BYF is the best choice. More than i want to spend, but looks like i have no other choice. I will have to add a couple of instruments, but am...
  4. Thread: Hawk question

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    Thanks for the input. Looks like i'm going to...

    Thanks for the input. Looks like i'm going to have a wait no matter what i decide to go for.
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    Flygreen, yes, might be worth the wait. I would...

    Flygreen, yes, might be worth the wait. I would not be so concerned about an engine if it were not for the hilly area that surrounds the airport that i will be flying from. No flat lands in this...
  6. Thread: Hawk question

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    Looks like they're still selling new UL's, called...

    Looks like they're still selling new UL's, called the "ultra". A bit more pricey than the others out there, plus only 2 stroke options. These companies have to get on board with 4 stroke engines on...
  7. Thread: New Beginnings

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    I've always considered a "slip", as a way to...

    I've always considered a "slip", as a way to loose altitude quickly, yoke down and to right (ex.) with left rudder. Drops like a rock. A wing low approach is same, without the extreme down pressure...
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    Flygreen, have you had any experience with Hirth...

    Flygreen, have you had any experience with Hirth engines? The Belite comes with a F-33, but just wondering if it's any better than a Rotax, or about the same. Also, as i posted, an Aerolite rep. i...
  9. Thread: Hawk question

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    Thanks for the input. Not sure on empty weight. ...

    Thanks for the input. Not sure on empty weight. The owner built this one, and has built other UL's also, so he says. I'm a little leary also, just like the design of the Hawk, full enclosure,...
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    No replies so far, so i guess this was a stupid...

    No replies so far, so i guess this was a stupid question on my part!
  11. Thread: Hawk question

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    Hawk question

    In my search for an ultralight, i saw a 93 CGS hawk on Barnstormers for $4,500. It has a 447, rebuilt with around 30 hr. now, it had a recent hard landing that damaged the landing gear, which also...
  12. Thread: Hirth F33

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    Hirth F33

    Greetings,
    I am researching UL's, planning to purchase one, have considered three or four so far. My problem is, the BYf (probably my favorite so far), has a waiting period of a year or more,...
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    Thanks again guys, i'll be checking out the new...

    Thanks again guys, i'll be checking out the new info.
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    No, i absolutely do not have money burning a hole...

    No, i absolutely do not have money burning a hole in my pocket, but wish i did! Does the Legal eagle come RTF? Is that an option? What is the price if so? Can you get it in tricycle form? Do the...
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    Thanks for the info guys! I've been using...

    Thanks for the info guys! I've been using Briggs & Statton lawnmower engines to cut grass for almost 50 years now, never had a single problem with one of those engines. Looks to me it would be a...
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    Just another research update.. I spoke ( email )...

    Just another research update.. I spoke ( email ) with Dennis of Aerolite 103, he said that they are going to start flight testing a 4 stroke on the Aerolite 103 in the spring. I belive he said it's...
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    Another thing you might want to look at is the...

    Another thing you might want to look at is the "Backyard Flyer". They're a little higher in cost than you are wanting to pay, but if you could find a used one, it might work for you. I'm thinking...
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    I did check out the Backyard Flyer, and like the...

    I did check out the Backyard Flyer, and like the product, but the price is a little high. But.. considering the wings can move around "straight" for storage inside of an enclosed trailer, that would...
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    The Legal Eagle looks pretty neat but i am used...

    The Legal Eagle looks pretty neat but i am used to tri gear, i have no time in a tail dragger.
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    Tony, thanks again for the info. I am hoping a 4...

    Tony, thanks again for the info. I am hoping a 4 stroke will soon be available for UL flight, staying within 103 regs. I have read some good reviews on the Hirth F-33 (28hp) 2 stroke, but then i've...
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    Tony, you mentioned that you put your throttle to...

    Tony, you mentioned that you put your throttle to "idle" as you turn to base. I read somewhere that 2 stroke engines do not like to idle and will frequently stop running in idle position. That has...
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    This is exactly the kind of info i was looking...

    This is exactly the kind of info i was looking for. Please keep the flying stories coming.
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    Also, do not be shy, or afraid, to talk to the...

    Also, do not be shy, or afraid, to talk to the tower. I found out years ago that they are very understanding and helpful to new pilots! If you should be a little "disoriented" when approaching an...
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    Learning to transition into ultralights

    I've had my PPL for many years, flown various airplanes, most of my training was in a 152. Now i'm interested in buying an ultralight because of the cost and lack of red tape. I am looking at...
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