I looked at buying a single seater about 4 years ago, but for the same $$ I found that a newer, used (say 1000 hr TTAF ) production SLSA with a Rotax 912 was a better choice. It, could be used for instruction, offered more payload, very easy to find Rotax / LSA maintenance, and had better resale value. In the end, I picked up a 1200 hr SNEW tecnam P92 ECHO, ran the engine to TBO, replaced the engine, ran it until that engine was down to about 500 hours left before its TBO and then sold the aircraft for for about what I paid for it. Overall it was a great and worthwhile experience.
I really like the idea of an aircraft that should be available to so many more potential owners at 38K! I do however have a problem with all the components being made in every country on the planet!
Amazing review I really been looking at this airplane for years now , my issue is I don’t see any other people owning this , I wish there were owners posting videos of this airplane on TH-cam
Pretty Impressive - I trained in a 152 II to get my private; and I thought that was small. The Merlin IIIC is a bit more appealing to me though. Nice Clip!
What i love avout the 152 is the size of the baggage compartment, if you're flying alone you have both the space and useful load to haul a lot of stuff back there, if you've got your girlfriend with you as well you still have some weight left for some smaller items.
After looking at everything, im getting this one when im finished with my ppl. I mean come on. Its BRAND NEW at 38k....thats a freakin camry....you cant get a mint condition 80s cessna for that price
This is Really interesting. 95% of the time I'm alone doing about 140mph I think this would be a nice plane to have. MIKE your channel consistently offers up plane porn. Thanks!
OK, I'll address the elephant in the room, What are those propellers out on the end of the wing? Am I the only one that didn't catch what those were about
You can find a different video on it. Experiment at this point, they are electric, used for short bursts on take off and can also be reversed to shorten landing. Cool idea.
Chip said in another video that they are an experiment - not something that can be ordered at this time. If I remember correctly, they are intended to add an electrically powered boost during takeoff, and then would sit flush inside the outline of the wing airfoil.
The gentleman is knowledgeable and very nice to listen too. I would like to hear the engine of this plane flying overhead just to know what it sounds like. Thanks Mike.
@MojoGrip I have questions pertaining to the electric battery that fits behind the engine. What intrigues me the most is the electric swap option and running this on gasoline. This a will definitely be first on my list soon as my investments come back around 360.
G, day Mojo Mike from Sydney Australia. Handy light plane at budget price. There's plenty of space behind that engine: to play! Buy an iPad Mini 6 and install the app for Foreflight Aus $700 And LCD PFD. Also outside Nav lights would be great option. Best wishes 🌏🇦🇺
It's so nice to see people overcome autism in order to fly, and then to sell and promote airplanes. Perhaps some day, there will be enough flying autists to help all of the geriatrics who should not even hold a drivers license, let alone a pilot's license, to get where they are going. It will be like "Forrest Gump", "Driving Miss Daisy", and "Top Gun" had a baby, and we all get to stand back and watch this drama unfold. What a time to be alive!!!
This plane is cool but the useful load is almost zero. If you’re in the 200-250lb range you’re not left with much of any. I looked into it and asked if a larger engine could be used and they said no.
@@markpeterman2811 Possibly? I know you can get aluminum cylinders for VW engines so that should keep the weight down though some ballast at the rear may still be needed. Worth looking into for a direct drive set up.
I thought this was a really cool plane to own until he mentioned that the engines are made in China. I don't care that similar engines are found in "lawn mowers." 😏
@@nsudatta-roy8154 high steel make germany and sweden best in world, italy not ewer can same do, and i speak more italy design mechanic, not steel guality, italy build all factory machines world worst system and mechanic and ideas. i has repair many million 50 year my work in factorys around world, italy made worst machines what factory have used newer, automation lines i has build and repair 50 year and i know lot better what have good machines and what not, italy made worst machines in world, good machines come japan,taiwan,germany,and north europe area.
@@mattivirta I don't think you understand me. I never said Italy is best in Europe. I dont like materials made in China. My point is that I trust Italian manufacturing over Chinese. It's no question that Germany has superior steel manufacturing standards, but I wasn't including them in this conversation.
Engine made in China, Belt reduction from India, Prop from Slovakia, and airframe from Czech Republic. But your customer base is USA. NO THANKS, KEEP YOUR PLANE!!!!!!
Much better review than most people's reviews. You just shut up and let the designer speak. Very nice! Cool planes too.
Wow this could potentially be my entry level to owning a brand new plane
I looked at buying a single seater about 4 years ago, but for the same $$ I found that a newer, used (say 1000 hr TTAF ) production SLSA with a Rotax 912 was a better choice. It, could be used for instruction, offered more payload, very easy to find Rotax / LSA maintenance, and had better resale value. In the end, I picked up a 1200 hr SNEW tecnam P92 ECHO, ran the engine to TBO, replaced the engine, ran it until that engine was down to about 500 hours left before its TBO and then sold the aircraft for for about what I paid for it. Overall it was a great and worthwhile experience.
i agree, invest in one bit more expensive, get a two seater and you will get your money back after having good time.
I really like the idea of an aircraft that should be available to so many more potential owners at 38K! I do however have a problem with all the components being made in every country on the planet!
You don't trust the quality of Indian or Mexican components? That's racist!
Look everybody, this guy is a racist! 🤡
@@GTLandser LOL
Europe has better engineering than the USA.
That’s a lovely little plane to build hours on.
Amazing review I really been looking at this airplane for years now , my issue is I don’t see any other people owning this , I wish there were owners posting videos of this airplane on TH-cam
The Verner 5 cylinder radial would be a good engine option for this. Along with the vw conversions
To heavy, ask them and they will confirm what I told you.
kind of always loved that plane. dunno why
Pretty Impressive - I trained in a 152 II to get my private; and I thought that was small. The Merlin IIIC is a bit more appealing to me though. Nice Clip!
What i love avout the 152 is the size of the baggage compartment, if you're flying alone you have both the space and useful load to haul a lot of stuff back there, if you've got your girlfriend with you as well you still have some weight left for some smaller items.
Chip is a tall and also wide at the shoulders. I want to say at least 6'5" so when he fits in there easily, you know most of us are GTG.
This is exactly what I want. Single seat high wing trike gear plane.
I’d love to get your impressions on this plane Mike. Do you have plans for a flying review?
Mojo Mike! You’re awesome dude! I appreciate your channel!
When things are done wright, they are done wright. Amazing airplane for an single-seater. Just to go up and enjoy the day. Thanks for sharing.
You mean right ?
Interesting to be sure. Would like to see you fly this Mike!
Man......if I knew 3 like minded people, we could buy one and share it! Lol
I was thinking the samething. I'm in!
Same here
Same here… Three is a charm
Wish i could be there
After looking at everything, im getting this one when im finished with my ppl. I mean come on. Its BRAND NEW at 38k....thats a freakin camry....you cant get a mint condition 80s cessna for that price
Camrys don’t need a parachute…
@@XX-166 The funny car Camrys get a chute.
@@thisismagacountry1318 but not at 5000 feet
@@XX-166 No, you're right, usually at the end of a quarter mile.
Use a Bush plane engine from Australia
This thing with a Turbo and a mini bush plane kit. With Wing mods to slow the stall speed. Lets do it lol
Great job making this plane! It looks great and is totally affordable. Are there any 4 strokes that might work though?
This is Really interesting. 95% of the time I'm alone doing about 140mph I think this would be a nice plane to have. MIKE your channel consistently offers up plane porn. Thanks!
Could the engine cowling be considered cargo? :)
Very Nice!
when he says dual spark he means it has two mags right?
The Polini 303DS has dual electronic ignition and two spark plugs, yes.
Got a quote for the kit to build this plane. Kit is around $65K USD.
great explanation great video!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hey this is my price range. love it
Do a video on the aeroprakt
OK, I'll address the elephant in the room, What are those propellers out on the end of the wing? Am I the only one that didn't catch what those were about
You can find a different video on it. Experiment at this point, they are electric, used for short bursts on take off and can also be reversed to shorten landing. Cool idea.
Chip said in another video that they are an experiment - not something that can be ordered at this time. If I remember correctly, they are intended to add an electrically powered boost during takeoff, and then would sit flush inside the outline of the wing airfoil.
They're for slicing and dicing Flying Geese for dinner.
@@chrisgeary4624 Very cool idea. I really didn't understand and appreciate your comment. Thanks
The gentleman is knowledgeable and very nice to listen too. I would like to hear the engine of this plane flying overhead just to know what it sounds like. Thanks Mike.
I'm not a fan of 2stroke sound, so am jazzed about the engine they are using now. 4-stroke. The HKS was good, but the company quit making them.
So cute airplane❤
never a single seat, my dream is a tandem two seat affordable trainer jet!!
Put folding wings on the thing and I will buy one.
Take it to fly man
I don't like the sound of the disposable engine.
Love this channel
rick's rotax 607 offers 90 hp at 60 hp it uses 4 gph and will give you a vne cruise on that plane
first of all good day. Are the engine and all other parts original? thanks.
the poor man looks like he could do with a cup of water and a lie down
Why?
The "POOR MAN " is not POOR ,he is Cool, Calm , and Collected ,= Laid back and Smart !!!!!
I want one where in Ohio is the factory ?
@MojoGrip I have questions pertaining to the electric battery that fits behind the engine. What intrigues me the most is the electric swap option and running this on gasoline. This a will definitely be first on my list soon as my investments come back around 360.
I would put a fly corvair 100hp engine expand fuel capacity and slight stol touches on wheels and wings and be in heaven
Do you offer a two place?
interesting if have 4 -6 seat model and same cost, ofcourse FREE shipping to thailand need be.i buy one.
Cute lil plane, I just dont remember the last time I flew my self, always have some passenger eager to ride along
@MogoGrip, Who (name) did this vid, I must have missed it !
I would say more likely "assembled" not "built" in four days
I would. Fly thus to the hangar 🥴🥴
G, day Mojo Mike from Sydney Australia.
Handy light plane at budget price. There's plenty of space behind that engine: to play!
Buy an iPad Mini 6 and install the app for Foreflight Aus $700
And LCD PFD. Also outside Nav lights would be great option.
Best wishes
🌏🇦🇺
only idiot buy ipad,iphone,ewerythink i this ithats. not good same can do android 500x cheapen but better have.
your the best
Cool!
You mean "assembled" in 4 days.
It's so nice to see people overcome autism in order to fly, and then to sell and promote airplanes.
Perhaps some day, there will be enough flying autists to help all of the geriatrics who should not even hold a drivers license, let alone a pilot's license, to get where they are going. It will be like "Forrest Gump", "Driving Miss Daisy", and "Top Gun" had a baby, and we all get to stand back and watch this drama unfold.
What a time to be alive!!!
It's already that way, just watch the USA. That's a rude comment!
I wonder If we can Bush plane Mod that ?
This one has the Brazilian treatment- it's a smooth aluminum skin, but if you want some fur on it, you do you! :-p
@@andycraig7734 lol
You lost me at engine made in China...I've owned a Chinese built ATV and it ran lousy (when it did run)
I would put a Rotax 582 in that thing immediately if i ever bought it
Bush planes are using Australian engines
This plane is cool but the useful load is almost zero. If you’re in the 200-250lb range you’re not left with much of any. I looked into it and asked if a larger engine could be used and they said no.
Mini 152
China , India ? ?
Czech
Put a grs not brs chute in it.
i tied to contact the company.... by email.
i got no response...!!!
i guess thy wont miss my purchase price...
Welp I'm too fat for this thing lmao. A little over 250 here.
Mojo!!!
This is my dream aircraft! I love the look but gotta have the Rotax 582. Love them 2 strokes!
I wonder if the Areovee engine, 80 hp, 4 stroke from Sonic could or would work.
@@markpeterman2811 Possibly? I know you can get aluminum cylinders for VW engines so that should keep the weight down though some ballast at the rear may still be needed. Worth looking into for a direct drive set up.
China! Enough said.
You already lost me pal it's made in China India and who knows where else no thank you fly it yourself.
I thought this was a really cool plane to own until he mentioned that the engines are made in China. I don't care that similar engines are found in "lawn mowers." 😏
Is that a left turning prop?
chinese NOT can made anythink mechanic good same than italy no can newer. alltime only broken.
@@mattivirta Italy has very high steel manufacturing standards. Everything metal from China is shit.
@@nsudatta-roy8154 high steel make germany and sweden best in world, italy not ewer can same do, and i speak more italy design mechanic, not steel guality, italy build all factory machines world worst system and mechanic and ideas. i has repair many million 50 year my work in factorys around world, italy made worst machines what factory have used newer, automation lines i has build and repair 50 year and i know lot better what have good machines and what not, italy made worst machines in world, good machines come japan,taiwan,germany,and north europe area.
@@mattivirta I don't think you understand me. I never said Italy is best in Europe. I dont like materials made in China. My point is that I trust Italian manufacturing over Chinese. It's no question that Germany has superior steel manufacturing standards, but I wasn't including them in this conversation.
Engine made in China,
Belt reduction from India,
Prop from Slovakia,
and airframe from Czech Republic.
But your customer base is USA.
NO THANKS, KEEP YOUR PLANE!!!!!!
Well said. I agree!!!
Better Quality than the USA!
Engine from China??? No thanks..... Cheap for a reason.
That's why you guys are the worst pilots in the world, when you teach your self on unlicensed aircraft if you survive