My attempts to fly the Belite with electrics have produced a very good, very short flight. I'd shelved the project until I had some inspiration worth working on.
I learned a lot from this plane. Got my inspiration back.
"The Standard Pilot Blog"TM The Chipper and Radiant Blog for Experimental and Ultralight (Part 103) Aircraft (c) 2010 thru (c) 2020 by James Wiebe.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Best Aircraft at Oshksoh 2011
Long time readers are aware of my interest and experimentation in electric aircraft. Here's the first one I've seen that appeals to me. It had reasonable performance, length of flight, and simplicity.
My attempts to fly the Belite with electrics have produced a very good, very short flight. I'd shelved the project until I had some inspiration worth working on.
I learned a lot from this plane. Got my inspiration back.
My attempts to fly the Belite with electrics have produced a very good, very short flight. I'd shelved the project until I had some inspiration worth working on.
I learned a lot from this plane. Got my inspiration back.
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Photo Essay on Balloons at Oshkosh 2011
(c) 2011 James Wiebe, Reproduction prohibited without written permission.
My co-worker Gene took the following photos at the balloon launch this morning. They are stunningly beautiful. Enjoy:
My co-worker Gene took the following photos at the balloon launch this morning. They are stunningly beautiful. Enjoy:
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
James Wiebe named "August Raspet" EAA award winner for 2011
Hi Friends,
I've got big news.
A few weeks ago I received a letter from Rod Hightower. He is the president of the EAA -- and the EAA is the most important voice in experimental aviation in this country.
I was informed that I had been selected for this year's "August Raspet" award, which is given annually. Quoting the EAA:
"Since 1960, the Dr. August Raspet Memorial Award has been presented every year to a person who has made an outstanding contribution to the advancement of light aircraft design."
They cited three reasons for awarding this to me:
1) My work in developing carbon fiber in ultralight aircraft;
2) My work in developing lightweight instrumentation for aircraft;
3) And my work in developing "water in fuel" technology for aircraft.
I was mildly stunned by this news...
Anyway, this evening, they have posted the news story on their website:
They cited three reasons for awarding this to me:
1) My work in developing carbon fiber in ultralight aircraft;
2) My work in developing lightweight instrumentation for aircraft;
3) And my work in developing "water in fuel" technology for aircraft.
I was mildly stunned by this news...
Anyway, this evening, they have posted the news story on their website:
http://www.airventure.org/
And tomorrow night (Thursday) I receive the award.
Kind Regards,
James (For my latest news, I suggest you follow me on Twitter: @jamespwiebe @beliteaircraft )
Sunday, July 24, 2011
New Ultralight Airplane promotionally priced for $14,500
Too much to report to you.!
It's Oshkosh week, and Belite has *lots* of news throughout the week. We'll take our news one chunk at a time; let's start this post with our aluminum ultralight aircraft.
We posted a great video of our new aluminum airplane flying. We have the prototype of this aircraft at Oshkosh this week, so please come by our booth and see it.
You can see the video of the aluminum ultralight aircraft here on youtube. We demonstrated it with a 45HP engine, but we will be selling it with our 28HP engine (expect great performance) and also the 50HP twin Hirth (expect unmatched performance).
Prices on this airplane start at $16,500, Ready To Fly. (Our Oshkosh special promotional price is $14,500, but YOU MUST place a completed order with deposit postmarked by the end of August.)
This aircraft incorporates a bigger wing and a better tail design (compared with older Belites). Also, in base configuration, it is UK SSDR compliant!
This airplane, in kit form, sans engine/prop/instruments/fuel tank, is $6800.
It's Oshkosh week, and Belite has *lots* of news throughout the week. We'll take our news one chunk at a time; let's start this post with our aluminum ultralight aircraft.
We posted a great video of our new aluminum airplane flying. We have the prototype of this aircraft at Oshkosh this week, so please come by our booth and see it.
You can see the video of the aluminum ultralight aircraft here on youtube. We demonstrated it with a 45HP engine, but we will be selling it with our 28HP engine (expect great performance) and also the 50HP twin Hirth (expect unmatched performance).
Prices on this airplane start at $16,500, Ready To Fly. (Our Oshkosh special promotional price is $14,500, but YOU MUST place a completed order with deposit postmarked by the end of August.)
This aircraft incorporates a bigger wing and a better tail design (compared with older Belites). Also, in base configuration, it is UK SSDR compliant!
This airplane, in kit form, sans engine/prop/instruments/fuel tank, is $6800.
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