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
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.)
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.
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!!!
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
Brave. Maybe if I actually had a license to fly a plane I would see it differently but from here at my desk I dont have the balls to get into that contraption . Looks like a homemade go-kart or minibike to me.
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.
@@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 RUclips 'About' that your friends call you, 'Bones.' Now go get your shine box.
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.
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.
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.
That's what steel tube airplanes look like without covering. Check out this Piper Cub frame: ruclips.net/video/vWVClzbhjb4/видео.html A Cub looks a lot more substantial with the covering on, doesnt' it? ruclips.net/video/439Ec-bAWG0/видео.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.
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
Since the frame is made from tubes, you could send the exhaust and noise out the back with a bigger tube as part of the frame and connect it with a flexible exhaust pipe for a more enjoyable quiet ride instead of blaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. Quiet would make the ride more fun and less headache from noise.
Jeez brave guy, I think it is beautiful to fly, but the crazy train, it seems to me to be a Beetle engine, and if this naughty man tries to stop working up there, he may not have time to parachute, that is
FUN! Nicely done. One criticism: never do air maneuvers above a runway like that, or in the pattern. Unsafe and inconsiderate. That's what practice areas are for.
You should do another vid doing a walk-around to show the detail. Did you do the VW engine conversion? That twin-carb, dual-port engine should provide tons of power.
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.
Minimum rpm for level flight CANNOT be tested just above runway since the aircraft benefits from extra lift in ground effect, which will be non existent in cruise.
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.
Shoulder Harness works great around the biceps
This aircraft is a beauty! Excellent job. J.
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.
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
What a fabulous little flyer! Superb!
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
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
Splendid . This reminds me of my first flight. No helmet, no parachute no problem.
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
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 😂😂😂😂
Почет и Уважение. Молодец.Спасибо за смелость и труд.
Wooooww...... Amazing God BLess U
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.)
Great seat belt, looks really safe.
Though those were fun streamers
@@markgreco1962 ㄴ
The thing looks as dangerous as hell but you've got to admit it flies. Well done mate.
The dream of Africa
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.
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
If you get in that thing and do that, you should be in space force, you’re a madman
I like the seatbelt from last Christmas's presents!
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.
That made me laugh when he strapped on the safety harness. Like that really going to help.
Muy Hermoso Gracias!!! Hermosa experiencia
Me dá uma sensação maravilhosa vendo esses vídeos
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
Cool airplane...nice job...simple and that is good
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.
Why people put thumbs down is beyond me. great flight and be safe sir, would scare me to stall like that
NICE I LOVED IT BIG UP AND NO ONE CAN TELL YOU TO STOP WISH U ALL DI BEST..
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.
É um momento da magico, da asas a nossas imaginações. Bravo !
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!
You are crazy dude..
I hope nothing gone wrong and you live long..
I think the ribbons that look like they're supposed to be seat restraints are a nice touch.
perfect fly ...congratulations
I am very much glad to watched
Incrível!! Me apaixonei pelo seu projeto!! Show!! ❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I guess that the shoulder harness went through further adjustments before further flights. Certainly a delightful ,no frills , fun aircraft.👍🇦🇺😷😷😀
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.
😂
Coragem e juízo é o que separa os homens de crianças. Parabéns, exigente vôo
really pushing the definition of "aircraft" to the limit here. I still want one.
to fly such a plane you should be skilful respect Mr pilot
You sir are either crazy as fuck or just brave beyond words...
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.
Looks like a bit of fun on a nice day with light winds
A little paper, glue and sticks ...you'll be flyin' too! ...I'm just jealous!
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
Muito bom, parabéns João de Deus castelano 🇧🇷
I really enjoyed seeing ...thumbs up....
Brave. Maybe if I actually had a license to fly a plane I would see it differently but from here at my desk I dont have the balls to get into that contraption . Looks like a homemade go-kart or minibike to me.
LOS CINTURONES SE COLOCAN CRUZADOS...
Excelente parece motor de wv...
Vuela lindo...
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.
Pretty gutsy going up in a flying birdcage like that.
Sir wow i really like your plane you takeoff and perfect landing wowww.
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...
Les Homan hi, share the blueprints
@@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 RUclips 'About' that your friends call you, 'Bones.' Now go get your shine box.
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.
Great. Top man. Everyone needs a project..
That looks like fun! How many feet do you say it took to get in the air?
When I saw "stalls" in the description, I thought he was literally gonna nose it up & let it rock back, lol!
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
That tailgroup flexes an awful lot.
you just got to be IMPRESSED
With the slow-rotating propeller, this has to be one of the safer ones out there.
Браво виждам че техниката ден по ден напредва.
You should call it, "THE STALL MACHINE!"
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 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: ruclips.net/video/vWVClzbhjb4/видео.html
A Cub looks a lot more substantial with the covering on, doesnt' it?
ruclips.net/video/439Ec-bAWG0/видео.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 ...
Que bonito video, emocionante.!!
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
thank you sir .
like to fly but no experience
Awesome!!! I wouldn't wear the hat or any loose clothing that could become wedged between cables or moving parts.
man that thing looks safe as hell
I'll bet pilot skill helps promote that illusion.
É muita coragem.
Meu Deus!!!!!
Я в полном восторге! Просто мечта! )
lawn chair webbing 'safety' belt...brave guy
Since the frame is made from tubes, you could send the exhaust and noise out the back with a bigger tube as part of the frame and connect it with a flexible exhaust pipe for a more enjoyable quiet ride instead of blaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. Quiet would make the ride more fun and less headache from noise.
Schön wie die Sicherheitsgurte, fröhlich im Fahrtwind flattern 🤫
Jeez brave guy, I think it is beautiful to fly, but the crazy train, it seems to me to be a Beetle engine, and if this naughty man tries to stop working up there, he may not have time to parachute, that is
FUN! Nicely done. One criticism: never do air maneuvers above a runway like that, or in the pattern. Unsafe and inconsiderate. That's what practice areas are for.
So that harness attached in the back to some wires is gonna hold u in if needed . There is no way I’m getting in that . This dude is ballsy
It sounds really bad engine is rough you are a brave man good luck joe
You should do another vid doing a walk-around to show the detail. Did you do the VW engine conversion? That twin-carb, dual-port engine should provide tons of power.
That thing just leapt into the air!
Looks like a lot of fun being up there I like to try it but dont know anyone who can teach me
Some details about aircraft/UL, engine would be nice.
It looks like a vw engine?
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.
Great video
Very impressive plane to be capable of lifting his balls.
Vcs são malucos mesmo e muita coragem aventureiros mais parabéns
Lo mejor de lo mejor que e visto.
Flew it like a freakn boss
Minimum rpm for level flight CANNOT be tested just above runway since the aircraft benefits from extra lift in ground effect, which will be non existent in cruise.
Was it a flight kit or made all by yourself
The seat belts are to help keep body parts close by!
This better than the wright brothers 1000x!
Какой двигатель и какой расход какого топлива?
It requires some balls to do that. You imagine that thing fails. I think it's a good idea to bring a parachute in case anything happens