HD video documenting the build of an Aerolite 103 ultralight aircraft at Oshkosh 2019 by Dennis Carley and Rick Hayes. This was a 51% Kit Part 103 aircraft that was built in four days with 28 man hours of effort.
Enjoyed Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik theme music while the build went on!!! Sure would like to have gotten into these Ultra lites long ago but I'm to old now but can somewhat see what ya'll are doing and seeing the flight video's. Thank you!!!!
I haven't watched a full video on RU-vid for a long time, you have amazing production skills. I want to learn more about this aircraft, I dream of building one of my own 😁
i wanted an aerolite for yrs. then one day it happened. mine was completed 8 months ago and i still can't believe it. i am a 68 yr old kid in a candy store. never give up your dream, it's worth it. not only did i get an excellent aircraft, i made some very good friends at aerolite. they are the best. see you in the air.
Black is a sharp looking colour EXCEPT . . . I don't think it is the smartest choice in terms of fabric longevity plus it must get darn hot under the wings on a sunny day. The black fabric probably deteriorates faster than light colour fabrics due to higher sun absorption rates - I'd opt for a white with red or yellow highlights (or yellow for higher visibility in the air) AND cover the aircraft when not in use as this will help extend the life of the fabric. The Aerolite 103 planes are some of the nicest looking light aircraft out there IMHO
David, thank you for your thoughtful comments. I agree with your color choices. I would also keep the plane in a hanger if possible. Regards, Wayne Whitley
@@WhitleyVideos Thanks for taking the time to reply, Wayne. Yes, 100% agree . . . if at all possible, store the 103 in a hanger - the best care possible. I missed the opportunity while writing the above to say how well produced your videos are : ) The interviews etc., are very enjoyable to hear/watch. Congrats!
@@davidbee8178 Thank you again for your input and I am happy you enjoy my work. I do appreciate all the comments I receive but often times I am busy working on new projects and do not get to reply as often or timely as possible. Thank you for your support. Best Regards, Wayne Whitley
Re: aluminum battens. I notice the Aerolite 103 doesn't seem to have the buoyant lift of the Backyard Flyer, and I assume this is because of the shallower arch of the aluminum battens. Has the Aerolite crew ever experimented with increasing lift by putting more arch in the curvature of the upper surface of the wing? Would increasing lift by wing curvature decrease maximum speed? Would increasing lift necessarily decrease take-off distance?
Whitley Videos, how about using Dyneema Fabric instead? it's super lightweight and stronger than kevlar and doesn't degrade to U.V. Rays. It would be a much superior fabric than the one you are using.
Freddy, thank you for your comment. Although I am just the videographer, I did google Dyneema Fabric and was impressed with its specifications. Contact Dennis Carley at www.fly103.com and talk to him about alternatives to their current material for Sails. Regards, Wayne Whitley
that's still pretty cheap. you could spend thousands more on oratex or similar covering. in the world of aviation, this is economical and one that works well on my aerolite.
blastman8888 it’s not necessarily every 7 years. It’s based on how much UV the airplane is exposed to mainly. They have a punch test that determines when they need replacing. The first sign replacement is needed is fading of the colors some sails last a lot longer some shorter depending on how well you take care of them.
@@coryturner9140 you are right and that's why mine is in a hanger and only flies early mornings and early evenings. I also use the A303 on the sailcloth every month.
Is the wing dacron UV treated with a water repellent UV resist spray ? I have used sunbrella UV sprays and it seems to really hold up to weather resistance. Just curious if this is the same deal ??
You can fly one away for about 26k they don't have a 4 stroke all 2 strokes the best motor IMO is the 50HP Hirth F23 its an opposed 2 stroke design which will cancel out vibration. 2 Strokes are notorious for vibration especially singles and unopposed twins anyone with any experience with Dirt bikes, or even RC 2 stroke gas engines knows about the vibration. Would be cool to buy one at he factory and fly it home.
R Afshary. Thank you for your comment. I have additional videos on my channel concerning flight training, check out this link for a start: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ePDKpsme1Ww.html Best Regards, Wayne Whitley
Nice vid, Wayne. Maybe next time you can set up a couple time-lapse cameras in out-of-the-way places in the tent to assist in capturing the build comprehensively.
Thank you sir for making video this for everyone sir I want little bit information and give me Idea about the engine can you tell me sir what is the name this engine how much money this engine and give me sir this engine about idea how much horsepower
Kausir, Thank you for your comment, I believe this engine is the Hirth F33, 28HP, $5,704 (currently). Please check the following link for more information. www.uflyit.com/aerolite_103_prices.htm Best Regards, Wayne Whitley
The ultra kites or lites popular in 80's, I'd never consider them. Crap unairworthy structure, underpowered and unreliable engines and poor handling. Now they have come a long way.
Yeah I know right. Though one of my favorite planes was a ultralight designed in the 80’s. It’s the skypup and I think it was one of the best of its time.
I think I am missing something . . . Dennis Carly calls this a "51% kit." That certainly doesn't pertain to the classification, does it? There is no intention to register this as an EA-B? I wouldn't think anyone would use that tiny engine unless they were attempting to keep it Part 103 legal.
