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Re: Which 3-axis Microlight?

PostPosted:Sun Dec 02, 2018 9:26 am
by dernhelm
The Eurofox is ver popular in France for all round use. Over 400 built I think and so very sorted as an aircraft. The foxbat also very tough aircraft go anywhere. Lots to choose from.

Re: Which 3-axis Microlight?

PostPosted:Sun Dec 02, 2018 9:40 am
by patowalker
France is increasing microlight MTOM to 500kg (525kg with a parachute), so when purchasing it is worth finding out if the aircraft will be cleared to the new weight limit.

Re: Which 3-axis Microlight?

PostPosted:Sun Dec 02, 2018 1:10 pm
by neil9327
Get a high-winged one, with doors that open out to the side, so that in the event that you land out and flip the aircraft onto its back, that you'll be able to get out.

Re: Which 3-axis Microlight?

PostPosted:Mon Dec 03, 2018 7:21 am
by TheFarmer
And make sure it’s red. They’re faster

Re: Which 3-axis Microlight?

PostPosted:Mon Dec 03, 2018 8:03 am
by patowalker
Only if waxed and polished.

Re: Which 3-axis Microlight?

PostPosted:Mon Dec 03, 2018 8:25 am
by TheFarmer
The only problem with red ones though is that their engine stalls more easily on finals. Especially if you’re in a twin seater.

Re: Which 3-axis Microlight?

PostPosted:Mon Dec 03, 2018 10:54 am
by The Kissimmee Bum
And are not easily “bump” started.

Re: Which 3-axis Microlight?

PostPosted:Mon Dec 03, 2018 10:59 am
by kanga
TheFarmer wrote:And make sure it’s red. They’re faster


.. an easier to find in a snowdrift .. :)

Re: Which 3-axis Microlight?

PostPosted:Mon Dec 03, 2018 11:02 am
by kanga
neil9327 wrote:Get a high-winged one, with doors that open out to the side, ...


.. and easier to load less mobile passengers, eg when flying veterans for PP .. :thumright:

[mind you, microlights would probably be unable to take a folded wheelchair and a carer as well :roll: ]

.. and all passengers will have a better view when on a sightseeing bimble, without having to do steep turns over landmarks or their houses