Nicely set up with a stable video along with screen data. Well done!

Wow.. Awesome video.. I really like how you have all the flying data displayed on the screen !

I love these videos you do Robert. The camera angle is always good. The flight in formation displays are great, and they are nice length for watching. Thank you for making them. I am anxious to learn to fly and the Aerolite 103 looks like the perfect plane for me.

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comments. Find a ultralight instructor in your area with a Quicksilver or similar plane. Where about are you located?

@robertbrown1128

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertpilchman6605 Virginia Beach, Virginia. I am looking for an instructor.

@robertbrown1128

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertpilchman6605 I live in Virginia Beach, Virginia. There nearest Ultralight instruction I have been able to find is in Warrenton, VA (186 miles away from me) and Winterville, NC (140 miles away from me). I hope I can find something closer.

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertbrown1128 See if there is a local EAA chapter near you. They might be able to help locate someone closer. Good luck.

I have flown Trikes for years and trained many pilots. I have considered the Aerolite 103. As a GA pilot, I really like flying part 103 more so than GA aircraft. Something about wind in the wires. Same feeling I got with flying J3’s open door . Good luck with your flying. Be safe.

@aaronlynch4045

3 жыл бұрын

Where about in Georgia are you from? I’m around calhoun. About an hour north of Atlanta on

Really nice video. The overlays are very instructive. Thanks for posting.

That's totally a go-kart with wings. I want one so bad.

@luigirocks3075

3 жыл бұрын

y e s

@theflynlion

3 жыл бұрын

Had to laugh out loud when I read your comment! I say that because that’s EXACTLY how I’ve ALWAYS described my Quicksilver Sport 2S to everyone I’ve described it to...a go-cart with wings. No better description ever!!!

@Mike-01234

3 жыл бұрын

Get one can build one in a few weekends the motors can be picked up used if you want to save some money good to find a trust worthy source maybe an engine shop. If you like to tinker with engines you can always find a cheap one rebuild it. There are shops you can ship it to have them go though it probably what I would do. I like 2 strokes if you know what your doing they can be very economical and produce great power for their size.

Enjoyed watching a landing. Thanks!

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian.

Just subscribed. PPC pilot wanting to go fixed wing. Really liking the 103.

@fabiangeorges5667

3 жыл бұрын

Actually it's well worth it. Very different from PPC. Well worth flight time in type to add to your log book.

Awesome flight! Thanks. :)

I want one!!!!

When flying what is the most important thing to know? ........ ANSWER:... The minimum speed you can fly before your plane will stall. .....Best way to remember it is to cut a sliver of colored tape, and place it on your speed gauge 5 MPH above stall speed. And never go below the marker.

I fly Fokker 100s and this is what it’s all about one day I will do the same.

Good video and thanks 😊

Looks great to me ! Enjoy !

Great vantage point with the camera... I fly both airolight and quicksilver... Love the helmet... Who makes it where did you pick it up. Also a ne subscriber to your channel. Excellent content. Shared with club members. Let me know about the helmet.

Loved it Robert! How long have you been flying / flying ultralights?

@robertpilchman2085

4 жыл бұрын

I had 5 hours training in WS trike last year but then decided that I wanted a plane instead of a trike. Bought this and slowly self trained myself to fly. So from the WS training I had a basis for flying this along with many years of RC planes.

has anyone put a harley v twin on one ?

Maybe I don't understand. Landing downwind to the take off direction, not on centerline, cutting exit corner, "high speed" taxing, maybe making radio calls? Do these apply to part 103 like they do to part 91?

Maybe a dumb question but what prevents the fabric (Dacron?) on wings from tearing? Is it compartmentalized so that any catastrophic tears gets arrested?

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

The fabric is very strong and tear resistant. Many UL planes and trikes use it without problems as long as you check it. The sun will break it down if not hangered.

@Primus54

Жыл бұрын

@@tux8664 Fiberglass would be way too much weight and would also push the gross weight of the aircraft out of the FAA Part 103 restrictions as an “ultralight”.

Gotta get me one

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

(In Arnold voice) "Do it, do it now".

Bounce at 44 mph!

I really enjoy this video. You've probably been asked a million times, but where did you get the groovy helmet?

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I got the helmet from Gulf Coast Avionics.

@WendelltheSongwriter

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertpilchman6605 oh cool thanks!

Great flight Would you say it would be easy for a teenager to learn?

Have flyable electric drone systems now but no reach or distance capability

Was huey helo crewman for a few years in army and rode in pilatus porter as picture taker love to fly

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your service.

@GaryBlankenship96b40

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertpilchman6605 it was an honor to serve and remember its your tax dollars that paid me and still is paying my retirement. Thank you

Thanks for posting Robert. Love flying along with you 'til I get mine in the fall. Can you do a video showing how you have your Radio mounted on the struts? Where is your PTT?. Thanks! 👍🏼

@robertpilchman6605

4 жыл бұрын

I'll get a vid next time I'm at the airport, but in the mean time it's a Yeasu 450 radio and they sell a little mountable receptacle that the clip slips into and locks in place. The PTT is just the normal ones that everyone sells. It is velcroed to the yoke by my right thumb since I fly right handed. Thanks for watching.

a height of 1473, the plane has already landed, why does it mark that? I would like to know, thanks in advance.

Great flight! I'm seriously considering the aerolight 103. I'm going to ssub to your channel to watch more UL content. Where are you flying at ?

@robertpilchman6605

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I fly out of Coolidge AZ.

kinda hard to get lost with the CAP lol

What a great video! I have become genuinely excited enough about buying an Aerolite 103 that I written to Dennis at the factory and found a U/L instructor in Georgia (the same state I live in) who teaches in a similar airplane (the 2-seat version of the Quicksilver MX). Which engine do you have, and if you had to do it all over, would you use the same power? I admit that a two-cycle engine would not be my first choice reliability wise, but the 4-cycle engines are so much heavier. Have you flown it enough to get a feel for your fuel consumption. One notion I have kicked around is flying it home from the factory - a distance of almost 400 miles and one that strikes me as ambitious as best.

@robertpilchman2085

4 жыл бұрын

I have the Hirth 2702 which they discontinued. Have not flown any other motor so can't help you on that. I would love a 4 stroke too but like you said too heavy. Not sure on fuel use yet since I'm doing pretty short flights. Hey if a 14 year old can fly from Virginia to Oshkosh, 400 should be doable but a lot of planning would have to be done with 7 or more stops for fuel. he had his dad in a chase car to help with nav. and fuel.

@servicarrider

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertpilchman2085 That is the next video on my play list.

Is that in Ca near Chico?

Hi Sir. I’m an old pilot. Can’t hold a 3rd Class anymore. Does this 103 have trim? Thanks and fine vid! 👍☝🏻👍. PS On the $175 to $200 a month you spend at the airport......is that an enclosed hangar you get for that? Thanks

@robertpilchman6605

4 жыл бұрын

It doesn't have trim but you can add trim tabs or make up an adjustable trim system. I've seen that done on similar planes. I added a trim tab on the elevator and it works good. Yes, it's an enclosed hanger.

Robert, i have a question. I am a pilot and have flown the C152 mostly, but also have flown the Sundowner, Skipper, and other planes. How hard would it be for me to transition to a 103 ? These little planes really appeal to me. Do you think i would require training ? Thank you.

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jim, I would think that you shouldn't have a problem. Just be aware that they are draggy and slow down real fast when you come off throttle. I was able to train myself with no training in a fixed wing aircraft so with your level of proficiency you should be fine. If you can find someone with a two place like a Quicksilver to take you up you'll be able to see the difference in a small and light plane compared to a larger and heavier plane. Good luck

@jimrees1778

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertpilchman6605 Thanks Robert, stay safe my friend.

Come back and cruise

What do you use to get the info onto the video?

Love the fact that he's wearing a helmet. If he crashes that helmet ain't gonna matter.

بسیار عالی

Every landing is different, no matter what you're flying...Work on it, but if it's safe, don't sweat it!

What is the source for the airspeed, flight path and altitude info on the screen?

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

It's in the GoPro 7 and when you download it to GoPro Quik you can add the info you want.

Please what helmet are you wearing?

how long does a tank of gas last? do you keep the plane at an airport? if so how much does that cost and how does using the runway work? pay $50 a month for 10 flights or something?

@robertpilchman6605

4 жыл бұрын

Should get about an hour and a half. Yes at the airport. It depend on which airport your at but around 175-200 a month. No charge for the runway.

Where did you purchase your helmet?

You should get a commission for selling Aerolite 103s! I watch GA guys on Flightradar near my town make 40 minute flights on the weekends. I’d rather do it in an ultralight I think. Is it strange going from a stick to a yoke?

Which engine f23?

Hmm not bed

This is gary Blankenship not rebecca lol

Where is the water? No lakes or creeks ?

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

Haven't found any in the area yet. AZ is pretty dry most of the time.

Hard landing.6/11/2021

I have wanted to fly all my life what does one cost setuo to go?

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

Check out Aerolite103.com

@tbirdslot69

3 жыл бұрын

Around $16,000

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

@@tbirdslot69 Plane with Kaw 440 assembled $21,950. Electric start for engine $779. Eis instrument setup $551.Magnum chute $3385. Prop $660.= $27,325

@tbirdslot69

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertpilchman6605 wow. I only saw the prices on their brochure. Guess they were lowest, no-frills prices huh? Flying ain't cheap

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

@@tbirdslot69 Not too many thing that are fun are cheap.

You have engine ehection system?

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, not sure what your asking.

do you have flaps?

@benjaminrapp7418

3 жыл бұрын

IIRC, they have half span flaps.

Sounds likexengine working hard high rom to get aloft

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

Camera is pretty close to engine. Maxed out at 5500 almost 1000 less then a lot of other ones.

MR. Pilchman, how far can you get with two gallons of gas. ( how many hours )

@robertpilchman2085

3 жыл бұрын

It would depend on how you fly but I always fill the tank (5 gal.) before I fly. Haven't really checked on overall mileage as yet. Most burn about 2 1/2 to 3 gals per hour so about 80 miles or so.

@marioj.rodriguez3170

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your reply, I"m thinking of buying an aerolite with two seats possible.

@robertpilchman2085

3 жыл бұрын

@@marioj.rodriguez3170 They don't make a two seater. Also you would need a pilots license for that.

@marioj.rodriguez3170

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertpilchman2085 Thanks for the comment, you are a good person. God bless you.

@benjaminrapp7418

3 жыл бұрын

@@marioj.rodriguez3170 Check into Quad City and Quicksilver aircraft. They have models with two seats and are well respected companies. As the OP stated, you will require at a minimum an LSA certificate to fly one in the USA as they are considered a light sport aircraft and not a part 103 ultralight like the Aerolite.

That’s the lowest 1600 ft I’ve seen

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

When you figure that the airport is at 1468 then it's 132 ft.

Greetings Robert, congratulations on your excellent flight videos. kzread.info/dash/bejne/aXusrJmEpamng9Y.html I trained in the Pipistrel Alpha LSA and am looking for an ultralight...looks like this is the one! What airport are you based at?

@robertpilchman6605

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Captainomni, I'm based in Coolidge AZ. Where about are you.

@Captainomni

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertpilchman6605 Indianapolis Indiana. We visited your beautiful state last year, quite the scenery sir.