Mosquito XE Ultralight Helicopter. Evening flight from the Western New York area. Helicopter is owned by my family and still flying regularly to this day.
@@marcrchtz9024 1. I think no matter what you need to be X ft away from any structures, 2. You don't need a license, training maybe, but not a license, also where I live some people will train you just for the cost of fuel if you wanted a personal license which lowers the cost substantial (I think the check ride is only like 500 atm) ... But no you don't need a license, ultralight are 100% legal without a license
@@marcrchtz9024 I am speaking to the reality of the matter. This isn't an argument about SHOULD you get a license, it's about if you NEED a license. The answer is no.
I'd have to say that this seems like the coolest/most fun toy that a guy can have. But it def seems like the easiest way to get killed from it as well. Just my thoughts
You don't need a pilots license to operate the Mosquito XEL (the one with floats) because its considered an ultralight, the XE and up require a license.
Not according to the Rotor FX sales site: rotorfx.com/aircraft_services/mosquito_helicopter_sales/ If you click on XE it states a license is required, it carries too much fuel to be classified as an ultralight.
I think you should fly to some random person's house, land in their front yard, and give them an envelope with their name on it with a note that just says 'Hi.' on it, and fly away.
To have one of these is my ultimate dream. No pilots license needed and you can fly for like 3 hours... If I had 32 grand to spare, I would buy one of these in a heartbeat.
32 grand gets you a used (prob unsafe) mosquito and no money left over for $15k flying lessons, without which I could see you crashing. You need $45k for a new model preferably and money for classes. Then you need a place to store it to prevent corrosion from rain, then you need some sound insulating doors cause who wants to hear that super loud engine when they fly? Then if you're serious about anti theft you need a an alarm system and maybe an infrared seeking taser to stop thieves lol. But after that you have a very neat toy that would be very fun and low cost.
Jorge Dardon I'm not sure I'd need to spend that much on training. Not that this compares to real helicopters, but I've flown collective pitch RCs for quite a while. I know how rotorwash and all that affects stablity. The controls are simple enough; collective for up/down, stick for cyclic and pedals for anti-torque. But to prevent a brutal death, a few lessons might be warranted haha. As for security, even if I did get one of these, I would have no clue where to put it, let alone how I'd implement a infrared seeking taser system xD
@@Xenro66 ))))))) Если ты летал на радиоуправляемой модели, значит ты точно разобьешься пока не научишься у опытного инструктора. Это разные вещи! Это все равно что летчик самолета пересядет на параплан и сразу полетит
Excuse me Sir, but you appear to be having too much fun without a permit, tHaT's IlLeGaL! Seriously though, that looks like awesome fun, well played 🙂👌
Most peoples backyards around here are entire towns. My nearest neighbor is 2,000 ft from my house. You should see my backyard. NYC could fit in it, twice.
+hundvonkrieg It is a manual throttle control, I believe you twist the grip on the collective counter clockwise to increase (kinda like a motorcycle grip)
First video I've seen where a yaw string was used (that is what that sting is for right?!), seems like a good idea that everyone should use it. Especially since there are limited instruments (have to keep that weight down by law some how or at least here there are laws about weight and power). Anyway enjoyed the view.
These are seriously one of the cheapest ways to get into flying without looking janky and actually being able to haul ars. I want an archon sf experimental plane, but thats 60K without avionics or the engine. Hell of a deal here.
I don't see why this would be the case. These Helos can fly up to thousands of feet off the ground, and they can cruise at up to 100 mph. At 100 mph, autorotation would start immediately, so you'd really only need a few hundred feet to find some place to put it down.
Hi, have a question about the power required at hover. Starting at about 3:40 when you are transitioning into a hover, are you effectively at 100% throttle here? Sounds like the RPM dropped quite a bit, but may have just been really loaded up. Especially at 3:44. Did rotor RPM actually drop significantly at that point? Thanks for the video.
rotor rpm never drops, helicopters always fly at constant rpm. What you are hearing is just different exhaust notes from the engine under power as he pulls up and down on the collective. When he pulls up to "add more power" what's really happening is the blade pitch is changing taking a bigger chunk out of the air. This is more difficult for the motor so the motor increases fuel flow to work harder. There is a correlator on the throttle to automatically add or reduce a little gas depending upon collective position.
For all the people that think theyre insane pilots. You need a license in all of Europe, also in America except for some states. My advice is: never fly this without a license. I have my license for over 3 years now and even some maneuvres are a little hard for me! Don't think you are a good pilot without a license!! Most important thing every pilot knows: Being a macho is the worst you can be in an aircraft! If you have questions, please ask. I'm willing to help any of you...
+peruface for these you dont need a special endorsment license but this one may require a general avi private license. they do have some models that dont even require that because they are deemed ultra-light class.
Seriously considering one of these. My neighbor builds these things!
That’s awesome! He builds the Mosquito Helicopters?
@@brandonav8sthat and classic cars. It's his business. I've seen a couple mosquitos sitting in his shop. He builds them for other people.
100 times better than Lamborghini
And less than a quarter of the cost
Fervor not in some countries for this size
@@marcrchtz9024 you don't need a license
@@marcrchtz9024 1. I think no matter what you need to be X ft away from any structures, 2. You don't need a license, training maybe, but not a license, also where I live some people will train you just for the cost of fuel if you wanted a personal license which lowers the cost substantial (I think the check ride is only like 500 atm) ... But no you don't need a license, ultralight are 100% legal without a license
@@marcrchtz9024 I am speaking to the reality of the matter. This isn't an argument about SHOULD you get a license, it's about if you NEED a license. The answer is no.
Awesome! I bet your neighbors love you
what neighbors, dude lives in the damn country, this engine is no louder than a dirt bike motor. In fact it is using a snowmobile engine.
He flew over several neighbors houses.
@@robertgary3561 LMAO
I snowmobile around my house and we have the same engine. I bet I'm a lot closer to my neighbors house than this dude is flying over it.
Great video and controls seem very sensitive and relatively more stable than what I was expected, no wild hand movements...
Cyclic is super tight. Zero play at all through the linkages. Smooth at operating rpm.
how much for this model?
Charles Mabbott
782Matty 50 k
I'd have to say that this seems like the coolest/most fun toy that a guy can have. But it def seems like the easiest way to get killed from it as well. Just my thoughts
Napoleon Bonaparte you don't need a pilots license to operate a mosquito
You don't need a pilots license to operate the Mosquito XEL (the one with floats) because its considered an ultralight, the XE and up require a license.
Devin Hill no you can drive the XE without a Pilots licence.
Not according to the Rotor FX sales site: rotorfx.com/aircraft_services/mosquito_helicopter_sales/ If you click on XE it states a license is required, it carries too much fuel to be classified as an ultralight.
Easiest way to get killed is to cross the street while texting on your phone!
Nice looking country.
I think you should fly to some random person's house, land in their front yard, and give them an envelope with their name on it with a note that just says 'Hi.' on it, and fly away.
Hahaha makes me wonder where all you would be able to land this hog?
+Bradley Smith the main rotor is only 7m in diameter so you can land it almost anywhere id think!
Zhou can't do that or the government will fine you
How can we know their name if they are random people?
Or just land in somebody’s front yard, knock on their door and ask if they have accepted Jesus Christ as their savior lol.
That's the quickest helicopter startup alive scene in my life
To have one of these is my ultimate dream. No pilots license needed and you can fly for like 3 hours...
If I had 32 grand to spare, I would buy one of these in a heartbeat.
32 grand gets you a used (prob unsafe) mosquito and no money left over for $15k flying lessons, without which I could see you crashing. You need $45k for a new model preferably and money for classes. Then you need a place to store it to prevent corrosion from rain, then you need some sound insulating doors cause who wants to hear that super loud engine when they fly? Then if you're serious about anti theft you need a an alarm system and maybe an infrared seeking taser to stop thieves lol. But after that you have a very neat toy that would be very fun and low cost.
Jorge Dardon I'm not sure I'd need to spend that much on training. Not that this compares to real helicopters, but I've flown collective pitch RCs for quite a while. I know how rotorwash and all that affects stablity. The controls are simple enough; collective for up/down, stick for cyclic and pedals for anti-torque.
But to prevent a brutal death, a few lessons might be warranted haha.
As for security, even if I did get one of these, I would have no clue where to put it, let alone how I'd implement a infrared seeking taser system xD
Exxarem canvas carport on castors. Pour a small slab. Eureka. Not great in humid locations but workable
@@Xenro66 ))))))) Если ты летал на радиоуправляемой модели, значит ты точно разобьешься пока не научишься у опытного инструктора. Это разные вещи!
Это все равно что летчик самолета пересядет на параплан и сразу полетит
@@jorgedardon5574 only 45k... hmm, if i liquidate some stocks i could have one!
These things are absolutely fucking awesome, I can't believe they exist.
Wow, this looks like a lot of fun.
verry nice
It's only 300 and something dollars
@@trappa5230 What are you on?! Mine costed 41,500 €. (Mosquito XE)
I looked up something different
@@trappa5230 Probably a RC model xd
It has been always my dream to have such a small helicopter.
Lovely area to live! Congratulations !
Greetings from Austria :)
Does it have a navigational system I might forget where I live
Yes the have GPS
Use a portable Garmin GPS
Can use mobile
You have to tie a string to your TV antenna and let it hang out of your pocket while you fly, then you roll it back up on your way home. 👍
would be a mean feeling in your stomach if that motor went kaboom and it started dumping altitude
Wow what serene and clean environment! You're Truly blessed!
What a great machine. Thanks for sharing.
Those choppers look so cool, a good way to have a bit of fun on a Saturday night.
I'm watching this video and I really felt my legs shaking when it was landing lol. Good video....
Wow. I can't believe how quiet it is!! I want one.
Looks like the most amazingly fun and yet amazingly dangerous machine
As a retired fixed wing pilot I would love to build and fly one of these!
This looks incredible. I'm too scared to do that, but it looks awesome. 😂
Thank you for the nice comment! Aviation is a great escape!
That's a cool little chopper. But I find it funny that you seatbelt in. If you crash your toast anyway! Lol
Just making sure he doesn't fall out
My goal in life is to buy one of these
Me too!
Cheapest I see on their website factory built is 47k
11 thumbs down.....they must hate fun and are just dreamers....not do'ers.....great job -- keep flying brother!
at first i thought someone was using a brushcutter nearby, then i realized it was this things engine!!
dji zzah right and they got the nerve to sell these for 40k!
I like it! Keep having Fun!
WOW! Wonderful....freedom more accessible to everyone! Great vid, thanks for sharing.
I fly a ATF Trike. I gotta get one of these. I love them!!!
Excuse me Sir, but you appear to be having too much fun without a permit, tHaT's IlLeGaL!
Seriously though, that looks like awesome fun, well played 🙂👌
Karen time!
awe, buddy. this looks like a LOAD of fun.
Wow you got a great place to fly.
Western New York is beautiful
Nice flying and thanks for sharing
They offer a $2000 discount if you have at least 10 hours of helicopter training. No license is required but experience is necessary.
Words can't describe how much I want one
Good video I loved it
That window makes it look like the world is small
This is awesome. This is how flying should be. Get in and go.
Seems to be a great method of transportation for those who like in traffic jammed cities.
The legend say “Drone Catcher could catch him”
That string on the windshield is clever!
No, the downwash sucked in a tampon......
Where can I get one of these helicopters
I didn’t know your backyard was an entire town!
Most peoples backyards around here are entire towns. My nearest neighbor is 2,000 ft from my house. You should see my backyard. NYC could fit in it, twice.
Pulling up to mc Donald’s in my helicopter
I fucking love America.
Looks simple enough. Gonna take the lawnmower apart tomorrow and start welding.
I NEED one of these.
Awesome video
Holy shit I want one,I can imagine flying this in the suburbs.
Hey +Brandon Todd i'm doing some research, and I am wondering what the difference of the Mosquito XE vs. The Helicycle is. Anyone know?
Awesome!! Thanks for sharing. Keep flying safely :)
@Hello Alan Cordwell, How are you doing?
Very good
Nice
“Hey!” “Yep, you’re goin’.” Yes that is how humans talk
Looks like so much fun.
I liked the video. :D
Dear Santa...
This is the stuff that I think is cool I want this thing because you can fit it any were
Does it have a fadec type system to automatically increase engine power with blade pitch or do you need to control the throttle manually?
+hundvonkrieg It is a manual throttle control, I believe you twist the grip on the collective counter clockwise to increase (kinda like a motorcycle grip)
First video I've seen where a yaw string was used (that is what that sting is for right?!), seems like a good idea that everyone should use it. Especially since there are limited instruments (have to keep that weight down by law some how or at least here there are laws about weight and power).
Anyway enjoyed the view.
yeah, it that's what it's there for, now if only the pilot had decided to pay attention to it :)
Outstanding!
I hope the new Microsoft flight sim has one of these in it
These are seriously one of the cheapest ways to get into flying without looking janky and actually being able to haul ars. I want an archon sf experimental plane, but thats 60K without avionics or the engine. Hell of a deal here.
Damn that's so cool
It would be cool if delivery services had these
Very cool!!
Wish to see more vids frm u. :-D
nice flight
When he was getting it started I half expected a pull cord LOL.
That is so cool I want one sooooooooooooooo bad he made it look so easy I’m sure it’s not but I’m saving up now lol
I’m only a teen but I have high hopes soon to buy one
nice flying skills
Did you ever have engine shut off and if so what do you do besides just fall ?
Seems like it wouldn't glide very well if the engine shit the bed?
lmao that's any helicopter
No. Watch at the end of this vid to learn what autorotation is :ruclips.net/video/KQrrNR-3aYc/видео.html
Perfect getaway
wheres the portable bathroom, cause when the engine fails I'm going to need it.
It's called autorotate
I don't see why this would be the case. These Helos can fly up to thousands of feet off the ground, and they can cruise at up to 100 mph. At 100 mph, autorotation would start immediately, so you'd really only need a few hundred feet to find some place to put it down.
how much weight can one of them carry is it safe for 300 lb dude
@@jimmyske4763 210 max. stop eating all that popeyes mayne
ruclips.net/video/KQrrNR-3aYc/видео.html watch at the end.
2:22
Those who says that earth is flat.I want to request them to plz see the sky
Must be amazing!
That landscape and lake looks very familiar. Any good wineries nearby?
This looks so fun and how does he have a helicopter in his yard lol also thsi guys pretty brave tbh
Hi, have a question about the power required at hover. Starting at about 3:40 when you are transitioning into a hover, are you effectively at 100% throttle here? Sounds like the RPM dropped quite a bit, but may have just been really loaded up. Especially at 3:44. Did rotor RPM actually drop significantly at that point? Thanks for the video.
rotor rpm never drops, helicopters always fly at constant rpm. What you are hearing is just different exhaust notes from the engine under power as he pulls up and down on the collective. When he pulls up to "add more power" what's really happening is the blade pitch is changing taking a bigger chunk out of the air. This is more difficult for the motor so the motor increases fuel flow to work harder. There is a correlator on the throttle to automatically add or reduce a little gas depending upon collective position.
DAMN IT...!
I WANT ONE...!!!!!! CAN YOU LEAVE THE INFO ON HOW I COULD PERHAPS GET ONE...PLEASE ??
Great video, thnx for posting
What State you live in or country ? i currently live in New Jersey and i am in flight school now. Whats you procedure in buying one ?
@Hello Bill, How are you doing?
How many seconds do you have to lower the collective if the engine cuts out
4-5 sec
Hold my beer momma, Ima buzz the tower!
Did you see how round the earth is? You wouldn’t catch me flying one of those things.
That's just the fish eye effect man. You'll need to way higher than that to see the curve of the earth
What u mean? Isn’t the earth is flat?
That's amazing.
All you need is a little 240b to hook up on
i want one so bad now!
Hows mamy this helikopters flies in Europe ? Any models in Poland?
lol,,,backdoor fun,,,,,when your back doors the size of a small town....
in case of an engine failure, can these mosquitos auto rotate if you have enough altitude to do so??
+Paulo de Tarso good luck with that
+Bryan Kay I Figured. I'm going to stick to the R44 for now. lol
+Paulo de Tarso They actually auto rotate remarkably well for their size apparently, plenty of videos of people doing autos in these successfully
Cool heli but man it sure shakes a lot!
I hope I can buy one of these things
I have 20 hrs and solo'd R-22. Could I handle this little machine?
cool & awesome! ;)
For all the people that think theyre insane pilots. You need a license in all of Europe, also in America except for some states. My advice is: never fly this without a license. I have my license for over 3 years now and even some maneuvres are a little hard for me! Don't think you are a good pilot without a license!! Most important thing every pilot knows: Being a macho is the worst you can be in an aircraft! If you have questions, please ask. I'm willing to help any of you...
Where is the cup holder for the cup of coffee?
Really cool, does this actually fit in the ultralight category?
Yea
How much weight can you carry with that and can you fly one with a license?
+peruface for these you dont need a special endorsment license but this one may require a general avi private license. they do have some models that dont even require that because they are deemed ultra-light class.
Bryan Kay Like a motorcycle licence.
I wanna move here, where can I move and do this!
Can you put a sound system and put some daytons on it