I came here from watching the African videos. What a contrast. I was thinking as I was watching, "I'd be up in this thing all the time. I'd log 1000 hours in one year. Man, that looks fun".
That was a good smooth run and the machine looks like it handles well. It took off in a stone throw and looked like you were having trouble trying to get it to stall. No wing drop and it is even my favourite colour. I want one. Merry Christmas guys.
this is exactly the sort of plane ive been looking for, a super minimalistic cheap cub shaped ultralight, a two seater version with floats or big tyres would be perfect
In my flight training, we performed stalls at around 3000ft AGL so it a stall was performed incorrectly and it turned into a spin, we could recover before hitting the ground. Also stall were not conducted over or an airport traffic pattern.
For all the "flimsy" comments, these legal eagles are actually one of the strongest ultralights you can build. Very well designed, the truss system the designer used is genius and very light weight.
@@commentatron "A hank of hair and a piece of bone?" commentatron2000 I think a person resorts to name calling when they have an emotional argument to make with little or no supporting logical argument. I know I'm safer on the ground because I can't fall from a thousand feet. And commentatron2000 if you don't like my sarcasm, well I don't like your stupid. So now go ahead and shock me, say something intelligent.
@@kennethgray2003 Didn't mean to strike a nerve. I meant we're all relatively fragile, whether on the ground or in the air. The old expression I used is supposed to convey how insubstantial we are. On the other hand, I was amused to read in your TH-cam 'About' that your friends call you, 'Bones.' Now go get your shine box.
There's a lot of deflection when inputs are made to the empennage control surfaces. I know it's a minimal airframe. But it just seems there's a lot of deflection if you keep your eye on the relationship between the empennage and the wing struts. Flexible is good though.. better bending than breaking.
This guy is unreal.. That thing fly well , short take off, smooth flying a compulsory test and safety landing and all went perfect. ( have you seen the altitude!!! insane.)
Smooth, relaxed test. So docile you could probably go shopping with it. Seat belt could be tighter though. Marvelous accolade to Mr Eagle , creator. Thanks. Dave
The 3 main tubing pieces for the fuselage look a bit thin. If one kinks or bends that's the end of you, cos the whole tail boom would simply collapse. And it seems you can see some flexing of the tail boom. The same thickness for the 3 main boom tubings as the wing strut tubing would be great, then I might get in it.
That's what steel tube airplanes look like without covering. Check out this Piper Cub frame: th-cam.com/video/vWVClzbhjb4/w-d-xo.html A Cub looks a lot more substantial with the covering on, doesnt' it? th-cam.com/video/439Ec-bAWG0/w-d-xo.html Keep in mind that the Cub probably weighs 3 or more times as much as the plane in this video, plus if flies faster, so it needs to be considerably stronger. Any responsibly designed aircraft will be able to take 4 or more g's. If this is a Legal Eagle, I haven't heard too many stories about structural failures with them yet.
For all his competence, this gentleman has an air of bewilderment about him. The stalls are a non-event, as advertised, merely adding to the dullness of this film. I don't know what to think, really.
If the airframe breaks the helmet wouldn't do you any good. Actually in any crash it isn't going to help in something that lightly made. But the stall speed is so low if he loses the engine it may help when he goes through the trees.
Yep, and if the engine is still running it might chop his head off. Most likely any accident is going to be engine failure and if he has to put it in the trees a helmet would certainly help but even at 35mph (stall speed?) it's going to be a hard landing in the trees. I'd stay close to roads if I flew an ultralight and with enough altitude even on final to landing the landing is so short he can touchdown half way down any runway.
Oh I see I didn't realize that a helmet isn't going to help, I must tell this to the kids who ride a push bike or even a motor bike, no need to wear a helmet !!!! That's the dumbest answer I've read on here, helmet won't help!!! WTF!
Love the ASI. I've flown in a Thruster with similar deal a bit smaller, that thing was up and down like a yo-yo. Yours looks quite accurate. Nice vid.Thank you sir.
Nice aircraft... Check the video looks like you are holding down elevator indicating a tail heavy weight distribution not sure you can do much about that though possibly adjust the horizontal stabs angle of attack a smidgen.... Or the angle of the wing a tiny bit.... Possibly thrust angle couple shims on top mirror mounts..... Does it nose down hands off the stick.... You really should tighten those shoulder straps and maybe use a cross the chest strap to keep them on the shoulders.... If shit goes wrong you will appreciate being tied in better
Only complaint l have is camera angle wich puts horizon at a constant climb and makes it seem to be dragging it's tail. Loose safety harness and no helmet is his own problem. Would have liked some technical info though.
Only Complaint I Have Is That You Need Some Grammer, I'm Belgian, I'm 10 and Have Better Grammer Than You, The Camera Angle Is Awesome, _tEcHNiCaL iNfO_, *tHeRe yOu gO m8!*
ground effect is within the wing span of the plane so yes you are in ground effect which improves the aircrafts L/D. It clips part of the wing tip vortices so the drag goes down, like Jason says do it higher than the span of your plane, and like lots of other folks say, wear a helmet.
I really enjoyed watching this entire video!!! You flew the plane so well!!! the harness needs some little improvement but the plane appeared to do what you wanted it to do. Again, thanks for the good time that I had!!!
hey Les, I've been looking at ultralights for a while and I've basically settled on the eagle. I know you're in the central valley, and wanted to see if you'd be down to let me take a look at your eagle so I can get a sense of what I'll need to build one. I'm right over in the bay, so that shouldn't be too bad of a visit. thanks.
I like the aircraft. I don't like people who fly without a radio.....no matter what! If you can afford the aircraft you can afford a radio. My friend was killed along with his student pilot (and the UL pilot) when a fool in an ultralight with no communication radio decided he would depart while Rod and his student were on final. At 300 feet AGL the ultralight hit them from below.
I am not a pilot, I have never flown in an ultralight, and I don't know anyone who has, but the loose shoulder harnesses look like a major safety problem. One of the first things that caught my attention in the video was the time spent by the pilot in fastening and adjusting the straps, and after all of that, they appeared loose. I agree with others that a helmet might also be a useful accessory. Just my 2 cents.
Beautiful plane. One thing: the shoulder harness attach should be above the level of the shoulders. If the plane hits something head on in a crash with the attach below the shoulders, when the torso is thrown forward and the belts go tight, it compresses the spine violently. Better to attach the harness to the tubing cluster above and behind the head.
it's supposed to. Soft motor mounts, otherwise simple revving of the engine would over stress the airframe. VW 1600cc dual port. Quite an engine for a UL
You could see the left shoulder strap was already slipping down off his shoulder - totally useless in a crash. My F.I years ago, in Tiger Moths, always finished the pre-take check list with Hatches and HARNESSES TIGHT.... Still Valid today !
Them M.I.C carbs I have noticed since 2000 some have a filter on the Seat of the fuel inlet held on with a E clip they are 3/16 in size inside the body ( Have to remove it ) and they fill up with micro particles in the fuel either slowing or stalling the engine just curious if you`ve run across this . My Quad done this to me left me in the bush for hrs , Took it back to the dealer they`re Mech . could`nt find ? ?? was wrong -I went back out again Only to have it happen again , I took it apart finding it I threw it away it ran much better easier starting too . Is that a Goldwing motor ?
Safety harness needs redesign reminds me of wearing bib overalls and the straps always falling, I don't think they'd be any help in a crash, maybe you would have time to pull them tight but that's a gamble and they'd not likely provide any help if there were side loads they'd just twist off your shoulder and your upper torso would hit whatever. Neat engine sounded solid, I'd trust it.
What material is this made out of? What is the skeleton made out of and also the actual wings. Another question, is there any controllable flaps on the top wings or is control over this plane all done through the back part? Also is it just a wire connection giving him control of the rudder, and so all he has to do is pull the joystick a direction and the cable will follow? Thanks everyone!
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I came here from watching the African videos. What a contrast.
I was thinking as I was watching, "I'd be up in this thing all the time. I'd log 1000 hours in one year. Man, that looks fun".
Same😊
Always wanted to fly, thank you for taking us for a ride. Thank you again.
Best of creations..
Getting better brothers..
Sucses..god bless you
Excellent plane .. Very good take off ( short ) and landing .. Very good pilot.. Bye of Buenos Aires , Argentina
Shoulder Harness works great around the biceps
This aircraft is a beauty! Excellent job. J.
What a fabulous little flyer! Superb!
That was a good smooth run and the machine looks like it handles well. It took off in a stone throw and looked like you were having trouble trying to get it to stall. No wing drop and it is even my favourite colour. I want one. Merry Christmas guys.
this is exactly the sort of plane ive been looking for, a super minimalistic cheap cub shaped ultralight, a two seater version with floats or big tyres would be perfect
It's amazing what you can do with a few tent poles an an old deck chair!
And a sewing machine.
LOL. brilliant.
And a pair of goggles
It's far more complicated than that.
Vvb.it tapit ghax in tft
In my flight training, we performed stalls at around 3000ft AGL so it a stall was performed incorrectly and it turned into a spin, we could recover before hitting the ground. Also stall were not conducted over or an airport traffic pattern.
Oh my god that was absolutely brilliant my heart was in my gob for most of the flight great piece of kit the guy flying it has a lot of bottle indeed
Great view. When everything gets bigger quickly that seatbelt ain't gunna work.
But you wont fall out in negative G's
Lol, I'd just want one thing tho if I'd fly one of these seemingly fragile things, a parachute ;-)
You Sir....are a VERY Brave man!
Using crane 😂😂😂😂
LOS CINTURONES SE COLOCAN CRUZADOS...
Excelente parece motor de wv...
Vuela lindo...
Me dá uma sensação maravilhosa vendo esses vídeos
Wooooww...... Amazing God BLess U
Почет и Уважение. Молодец.Спасибо за смелость и труд.
Great seat belt, looks really safe.
Though those were fun streamers
@@markgreco1962 ㄴ
Muy Hermoso Gracias!!! Hermosa experiencia
For all the "flimsy" comments, these legal eagles are actually one of the strongest ultralights you can build. Very well designed, the truss system the designer used is genius and very light weight.
Splendid . This reminds me of my first flight. No helmet, no parachute no problem.
That made me laugh when he strapped on the safety harness. Like that really going to help.
It is designed and intended for the 1/2VW This is not my machine. I am testing it for someone else
On the bright side, he doesn't have to pay you to test it, if it Fails.
:) XD...
@@kennethgray2003 You're just a hank of hair and a piece of bone. What makes you think you're any safer on the ground?
@@commentatron "A hank of hair and a piece of bone?" commentatron2000 I think a person resorts to name calling when they have an emotional argument to make with little or no supporting logical argument. I know I'm safer on the ground because I can't fall from a thousand feet. And commentatron2000 if you don't like my sarcasm, well I don't like your stupid. So now go ahead and shock me, say something intelligent.
@@kennethgray2003 Didn't mean to strike a nerve. I meant we're all relatively fragile, whether on the ground or in the air. The old expression I used is supposed to convey how insubstantial we are. On the other hand, I was amused to read in your TH-cam 'About' that your friends call you, 'Bones.' Now go get your shine box.
@@commentatronYou did touch a nerve but I guess I'll let it slide, but you keep in mind that I know a place up state where they will never find you.
There's a lot of deflection when inputs are made to the empennage control surfaces. I know it's a minimal airframe. But it just seems there's a lot of deflection if you keep your eye on the relationship between the empennage and the wing struts. Flexible is good though.. better bending than breaking.
This guy is unreal.. That thing fly well , short take off, smooth flying a compulsory test and safety landing and all went perfect. ( have you seen the altitude!!! insane.)
Muito bom, parabéns João de Deus castelano 🇧🇷
Que bonito video, emocionante.!!
at first I wasn't convinced about the safety of this aircraft, but then I saw he has fastened his seat belts...
Lol, I'd just want one thing tho if I'd fly one of these seemingly fragile things, a parachute ;-)
Pphphhhphphphpupp000ki..,im
A fcuking crash helmet.the thing is held together with zip ties.
😂
Smooth, relaxed test. So docile you could probably go shopping with it. Seat belt could be tighter though. Marvelous accolade to Mr Eagle , creator. Thanks. Dave
I think the ribbons that look like they're supposed to be seat restraints are a nice touch.
The 3 main tubing pieces for the fuselage look a bit thin. If one kinks or bends that's the end of you, cos the whole tail boom would simply collapse. And it seems you can see some flexing of the tail boom. The same thickness for the 3 main boom tubings as the wing strut tubing would be great, then I might get in it.
I guess that the shoulder harness went through further adjustments before further flights. Certainly a delightful ,no frills , fun aircraft.👍🇦🇺😷😷😀
To write translated, it's reduced, but congratulations, it's a beautiful moment to realize that it's very stabilized, a hug to all, God bless
I sure as hell wouldn't put that thing through any serious stress! Straight-and-level flight, low turbulence conditions only.
If it were all covered in Ceconite and looked like a Cub, I'm sure you'd think it was much safer.
That's what steel tube airplanes look like without covering. Check out this Piper Cub frame: th-cam.com/video/vWVClzbhjb4/w-d-xo.html
A Cub looks a lot more substantial with the covering on, doesnt' it?
th-cam.com/video/439Ec-bAWG0/w-d-xo.html
Keep in mind that the Cub probably weighs 3 or more times as much as the plane in this video, plus if flies faster, so it needs to be considerably stronger.
Any responsibly designed aircraft will be able to take 4 or more g's. If this is a Legal Eagle, I haven't heard too many stories about structural failures with them yet.
K Francis r
Lol, I'd just want one thing tho if I'd fly one of these seemingly fragile things, a parachute ;-)
Im just saying sir at 2000 feet thats pretty good stress ...
Some details about aircraft/UL, engine would be nice.
It looks like a vw engine?
Coragem e juízo é o que separa os homens de crianças. Parabéns, exigente vôo
For all his competence, this gentleman has an air of bewilderment about him. The stalls are a non-event, as advertised, merely adding to the dullness of this film. I don't know what to think, really.
to fly such a plane you should be skilful respect Mr pilot
I like the seatbelt from last Christmas's presents!
It never ceases to amaze me the amount of people doing this crazy stuff without any head protection! Just nuts !
If the airframe breaks the helmet wouldn't do you any good. Actually in any crash it isn't going to help in something that lightly made. But the stall speed is so low if he loses the engine it may help when he goes through the trees.
or if it flips over on the runway. With that loose shoulder harness, his head would likely hit the pavement.
Yep, and if the engine is still running it might chop his head off. Most likely any accident is going to be engine failure and if he has to put it in the trees a helmet would certainly help but even at 35mph (stall speed?) it's going to be a hard landing in the trees. I'd stay close to roads if I flew an ultralight and with enough altitude even on final to landing the landing is so short he can touchdown half way down any runway.
Oh I see I didn't realize that a helmet isn't going to help, I must tell this to the kids who ride a push bike or even a motor bike, no need to wear a helmet !!!! That's the dumbest answer I've read on here, helmet won't help!!! WTF!
Amazing! There are some pretty stupid people out there who are clueless about basic safety!
perfect fly ...congratulations
The thing looks as dangerous as hell but you've got to admit it flies. Well done mate.
The dream of Africa
Why people put thumbs down is beyond me. great flight and be safe sir, would scare me to stall like that
Cool airplane...nice job...simple and that is good
Love the ASI. I've flown in a Thruster with similar deal a bit smaller, that thing was up and down like a yo-yo. Yours looks quite accurate. Nice vid.Thank you sir.
thank you sir .
like to fly but no experience
Four-Stroke motor is the only way to go on the little"air-bike" type designs.
Looks like a bit of fun on a nice day with light winds
When I saw "stalls" in the description, I thought he was literally gonna nose it up & let it rock back, lol!
Nice aircraft... Check the video looks like you are holding down elevator indicating a tail heavy weight distribution not sure you can do much about that though possibly adjust the horizontal stabs angle of attack a smidgen.... Or the angle of the wing a tiny bit.... Possibly thrust angle couple shims on top mirror mounts..... Does it nose down hands off the stick.... You really should tighten those shoulder straps and maybe use a cross the chest strap to keep them on the shoulders.... If shit goes wrong you will appreciate being tied in better
I really enjoyed seeing ...thumbs up....
My shoulder harnesses are doing that too in taxi tests.
Sir wow i really like your plane you takeoff and perfect landing wowww.
You are crazy dude..
I hope nothing gone wrong and you live long..
Only complaint l have is camera angle wich puts horizon at a constant climb and makes it seem to be dragging it's tail.
Loose safety harness and no helmet is his own problem.
Would have liked some technical info though.
Only Complaint I Have Is That You Need Some Grammer, I'm Belgian, I'm 10 and Have Better Grammer Than You, The Camera Angle Is Awesome, _tEcHNiCaL iNfO_, *tHeRe yOu gO m8!*
Vcs são malucos mesmo e muita coragem aventureiros mais parabéns
Your test for minimum rpm for level flight will be off because you are in ground effect when flying that low so you have increased lift.
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ground effect is within the wing span of the plane so yes you are in ground effect which improves the aircrafts L/D. It clips part of the wing tip vortices so the drag goes down, like Jason says do it higher than the span of your plane, and like lots of other folks say, wear a helmet.
@Hunter my bestest friend! GE!
Attempting to find minimum RPM for level flight cannot be done while in ground effect...has to be done higher.
I really enjoyed watching this entire video!!! You flew the plane so well!!! the harness needs some little improvement but the plane appeared to do what you wanted it to do. Again, thanks for the good time that I had!!!
BigFiveJack what good is that harness in that plane
I am very much glad to watched
NICE I LOVED IT BIG UP AND NO ONE CAN TELL YOU TO STOP WISH U ALL DI BEST..
really pushing the definition of "aircraft" to the limit here. I still want one.
hey Les, I've been looking at ultralights for a while and I've basically settled on the eagle. I know you're in the central valley, and wanted to see if you'd be down to let me take a look at your eagle so I can get a sense of what I'll need to build one. I'm right over in the bay, so that shouldn't be too bad of a visit.
thanks.
Awesome!!! I wouldn't wear the hat or any loose clothing that could become wedged between cables or moving parts.
É muita coragem.
Meu Deus!!!!!
It is a 1/2VW engine. No prob with carbs
Les Homan l
With the slow-rotating propeller, this has to be one of the safer ones out there.
Incrível!! Me apaixonei pelo seu projeto!! Show!! ❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
The seat belts are to help keep body parts close by!
I like the aircraft. I don't like people who fly without a radio.....no matter what! If you can afford the aircraft you can afford a radio. My friend was killed along with his student pilot (and the UL pilot) when a fool in an ultralight with no communication radio decided he would depart while Rod and his student were on final. At 300 feet AGL the ultralight hit them from below.
Pretty gutsy going up in a flying birdcage like that.
very beautiful thy fly
I am not a pilot, I have never flown in an ultralight, and I don't know anyone who has, but the loose shoulder harnesses look like a major safety problem. One of the first things that caught my attention in the video was the time spent by the pilot in fastening and adjusting the straps, and after all of that, they appeared loose. I agree with others that a helmet might also be a useful accessory. Just my 2 cents.
Do you have " in flight movies and meals"? Im looking for a cheap flight to Turkey? If not maybe you could sing to me or play guitar
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Steve McIlroy can Can I get out of Cuba with one of that?
Beautiful plane. One thing: the shoulder harness attach should be above the level of the shoulders. If the plane hits something head on in a crash with the attach below the shoulders, when the torso is thrown forward and the belts go tight, it compresses the spine violently. Better to attach the harness to the tubing cluster above and behind the head.
FightClub MeetsHere nice
Браво виждам че техниката ден по ден напредва.
That tailgroup flexes an awful lot.
A little paper, glue and sticks ...you'll be flyin' too! ...I'm just jealous!
Wonderful. Flying with the "bare bones" of an aircraft. About what is the maximum altitude in this video please?
It may just be me, but I seemed to notice, or maybe just just sensed that the whole motor frame was flexing left to right ?? Worth a double check ?
it's supposed to. Soft motor mounts, otherwise simple revving of the engine would over stress the airframe. VW 1600cc dual port. Quite an engine for a UL
É um momento da magico, da asas a nossas imaginações. Bravo !
Mantap ban.....enjoy........
can I respectfully suggest you tighten your harness?
I 2nd that motion...BIG TIME.
Makes it quicker to jump out in case of trouble !
You could see the left shoulder strap was already slipping down off his shoulder - totally useless in a crash. My F.I years ago, in Tiger Moths, always finished the pre-take check list with Hatches and HARNESSES TIGHT.... Still Valid today !
Hardy think safety belts with that frame are worth much.
Tighten them up or fuck them off.
Completely useless.
Great. Top man. Everyone needs a project..
It seems the LGL EGL and full VW are a good match,
Looks like a lot of fun being up there I like to try it but dont know anyone who can teach me
man that thing looks safe as hell
I'll bet pilot skill helps promote that illusion.
You sir are either crazy as fuck or just brave beyond words...
Them M.I.C carbs I have noticed since 2000 some have a filter on the Seat of the fuel inlet held on with a E clip they are 3/16 in size inside the body ( Have to remove it ) and they fill up with micro particles in the fuel either slowing or stalling the engine just curious if you`ve run across this . My Quad done this to me left me in the bush for hrs , Took it back to the dealer they`re Mech . could`nt find ? ?? was wrong -I went back out again Only to have it happen again , I took it apart finding it I threw it away it ran much better easier starting too . Is that a Goldwing motor ?
Safety harness needs redesign reminds me of wearing bib overalls and the straps always falling, I don't think they'd be any help in a crash, maybe you would have time to pull them tight but that's a gamble and they'd not likely provide any help if there were side loads they'd just twist off your shoulder and your upper torso would hit whatever. Neat engine sounded solid, I'd trust it.
You should call it, "THE STALL MACHINE!"
4:53 That moment when you realize your flying a bike wheel
ju last 一
Flying free like a bird! 👏🏻👏🏻👍👍
What material is this made out of? What is the skeleton made out of and also the actual wings. Another question, is there any controllable flaps on the top wings or is control over this plane all done through the back part? Also is it just a wire connection giving him control of the rudder, and so all he has to do is pull the joystick a direction and the cable will follow? Thanks everyone!
Ottimo lavoro!
lawn chair webbing 'safety' belt...brave guy
I assume that there is a lead bar in the aft fuse to balance that 4 cyls? Flown as a light sport?
Saludos dese
Argentina
👋😷
What is a device in glass tube (the left of pilot)?
A Hall airspeed indicator
Whiskey...what else could it be?
Olá, utilizou o motor VW inteiro? Não meio VW como a maioria dos L .E?