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Chris Aysen

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Thibodaux, LA

United States

Profile Information:

Aircraft Model: STOL CH 701
Project Status: Flying
Building From: Plans-only
Building Experience: Have worked on airplanes before
Flying Experience: Private Pilot
Building and Flying Info / Your Profession / Other Background Info: I worked as a machinist / engineer assistant for 22 years. I opened my own machine shop in 2000 - present. I'm also currently a community college instructor (11 years in April 2012) for the Louisiana Community and Technical College System. I built my 701 from plans; 2004 - 2009. First flight July 2009. The plane has a 633 lb empty weight with a Rotax 912 ULS sporting a 70" 3 blade Warp Drive prop.

Comment Wall:

Dr. Edward M. Moody II

You got it right. The site shows us as best buddies. Fly or drive, whenever it suits you. You will be welcome.

Ed

Feb 27, 2009
Debra and Patrick Nesbitt

Thanks for posting the photos Chris, I was able to view them before they were removed.

Mar 11, 2009
Chumphol Sirinavin

Chris,

Thanks for the no-slot flaperon photos. I went to Larry Martin's earlier but did not quite get the idea.

Champ

Mar 14, 2009
Chumphol Sirinavin

Chris,

The more detailed photos, the better understanding.
More photos (and explanations), please.

Champ

Mar 16, 2009
Chumphol Sirinavin

Chris,

I have printed out the related photos and matched each with the explanation, and making a 'bill of material' along the way.

Thank you very much.

Champ

Mar 18, 2009
Wayne Clagg

Chris,
Thanks for the compliment. Your plane looks great also, I'm sure the first fdlight will be one to remember. Mine was. I have an article in the Zenair news talking about my first flight and testing. A lot of stuff you won't have to go through but be ready when you give it power, it'll go.
wayne

Mar 23, 2009
Wayne Clagg

Chris, the extended length is 9.65", stroke is 3.54", compressed length is 6.1" The pressure is 20lbs but it would have been better if they were 30lbs. The springs came from Mcmaster Carr, part number 4138T53. When you order them spec the pressure you need. By the way, I installed them in a way that it actually helps to hold the door closed a little. The way Zenith did it on the 750 and some others it pushes hard on the door to iopen it. Not good in flight if you accidentally hit the latch. If you have any questions et me know.
Wayne, or Richard either one.

Mar 26, 2009
Robert P. and Elaine Sumrall

Chris, I have the fuselage finish,the tail is finish and I am working on the wings.It has been rough getting everything to fit right on the wings. But one day I will have it done. I would like to come see your plane and see how the NO SLOT FLAPERON works. I believe it will work better than cutting a hole in the fuselage..

Mar 27, 2009
Robert P. and Elaine Sumrall

Chris, I started my kit in May of 2003 and have been working on and off . I get mad sometimes when something don't work out right. But I am going to finish it.

Mar 30, 2009
Robert P. and Elaine Sumrall

Chris, How do you get to where the BBQ is going to be. I would love to come and to see your plane. Thanks for inviting me.

Mar 30, 2009
Robert P. and Elaine Sumrall

Chris, I still have a lot to do, Ihave the fuselage done, tail is done , It is setting on the wheels, I have one wing almost finish, if I can figure out how to close up each in of the wing. My wife said I was going to finish it or I could hit the road.

Mar 30, 2009
Robert P. and Elaine Sumrall

Chris I will let you know something by Friday.

Mar 31, 2009
Robert P. and Elaine Sumrall

Chris, Will do. Thanks

Mar 31, 2009
Phillip Owens

Yes, I will take some photos and post them on the site. I haven't done so yet but will soon.

Jul 7, 2009
Robert P. and Elaine Sumrall

Chris everything has been slow,the weather has been so hot that My shop stay so hot that I don't feel like working on my plane. But it has cool some and I will start back. I still would like to come and see your plane. I will have too make time.

Jul 20, 2009
Robert P. and Elaine Sumrall

Chris you need to fly your plane to Lumberton(IH BASS JR MEML) N31'00.93'W89'28.95' and call me when you head that way I live about 10 miles from that airport. The airport is about 75 miles north east of New Orleans.

Jul 20, 2009
Robert P. and Elaine Sumrall

Chris,One week-end I will try to come see your plane. I would like to see how you operate your flaperons. I think that is the way I want mine.

Jul 21, 2009
Robert P. and Elaine Sumrall

That sounds like a good idea. I will call you a few days before I come. Talk to you later

Jul 21, 2009
Dr. Edward M. Moody II

There is going to be a meeting of the newly formed EAA chapter for Acadianna at the Acadianna Regional Airport (KARA) near New Iberia on Saturday 8AUG09 at 10 AM. I am planning to fly there (weather permitting) for the meeting. Interested?

Ed

Jul 31, 2009
Dr. Edward M. Moody II

Going to the EAA meeting at ARA Saturday?

Ed

Aug 6, 2009
Phillip Owens

Ok, Let me see if I can figure out how to add them to this post. Note we ran the wires thru the trailing edge of the wing and entered the fuselage right near the rear spar area, then ran the wires along the top of the left side of the cabin and down to the panel, placed the control swithc in the panel just below the GPS (note the panel photo)

Aug 8, 2009
Phillip Owens

Actually the CG turned out to be pretty close, Since the cowl was not finished we had to estimate that weight, and also we had not yet installed the strut fairings. So after we get the cowl on and finish the strut fairings we will do another weight and balance which I believe will be even better other than a bit heavier because of the fairings. At full gross we are almost right on the money.

Sep 15, 2009
Chumphol Sirinavin

Hi Chris,

I had been away from my work shop for a while.
This afternoon, I almost finished with extending my table-side brake from 8' to 12'. It should be done tomorrow. And I need to clean up the shop before showing you any picture.
I have all the necessary material for the no-slot flaperon set up but haven't got around to work on it. It must have been sheer dedication/determination for you to finish plan-building your plane, and test-flying it too. I only re-build one that had already flown, and, on many occasions, it is not easy at all!!

Have a nice flight.

Champ

Sep 16, 2009
Phillip Owens

the jabiru is only 264# installed and if I recall the 0360 weighs in at about 290# and theIO360 at about 330# with the Ti coming in at around 386# and these are DRY WEIGHTS for the Lycomings. So as far as weight goes yes there is a difference, as far as power they are probably about the same although with 8 Cylinders the Jabiru is a LOT SMOOTHER running, almost like a turbine. Ther sound from the straight exhaust is really something to hear.
I hope this answers your question

Sep 16, 2009
Chumphol Sirinavin

I am almost done with making components for my new wing skeletons, and should start riveting them together next week. I may build wings with clean trailing edges similar to CH 750 wings.

Thanks for your encouragement.

Champ

Sep 20, 2009
Dr. Edward M. Moody II

I finished the forty hours today and I'm looking forward to fly-ins, airshows, and pancake breakfasts around the state. I also hope to visit some builders who are in neighboring states within reach. Rest assured, vigilance and continued tweaking are still on the agenda.

Ed

Oct 18, 2009
Dr. Edward M. Moody II

Get in touch with me when you are ready and we'll work out the details.

Ed

Oct 19, 2009
Dr. Edward M. Moody II

The Cane River Fly-in takes place up at Natchitoches November 13 - 15th. I'm not sure if I'll make it yet... we have a big family get-together planned for the 15th so I will probably be tied up with preparation on the 14th as well.

Ed

Oct 19, 2009
Dr. Edward M. Moody II

If your 601 curiosity gets the best of you, take a ride or flight out to 3R2 (Legros Mem.) west of Crowley. The "Papa Goose" is finished and flying for a year or so. Might help either satisfy or further fuel your curiosity.

Ed

Jun 1, 2010
Dr. Edward M. Moody II

Sounds fine Chris. If you want to meet somewhere between us that'll work about as well. My wife and I are finally back into a routine of taking our camper out a couple of times a month and then there's our VERY variable weather to deal with, but I'm sure we can make it work. I admit that It gets a little creepy to get more than 2 or 3 hours away from home base in a small plane.

Jun 1, 2010
Dr. Edward M. Moody II

I will be camping at the Texas State Railroad campground in Rusk, TX June 11th - 13th. The next trip would be Hot Springs, AR from June 30th - July 5th. After that I think I'm clear until Oshkosh, July 23rd - August 3rd.

Micheal Nassour runs a flying school at TVR which is along the Monroe route. That's a nice alternative landing site if you need one.

Jun 2, 2010
joseph aloof

hi chris thanx the cowling was alot of work the chute you have will it work for the 701 joe

Jun 4, 2010
Doug Cole

Thanks for the info. I am going to look into the cost of a repack, and new straps and then decide if I want to go with yours or go with new. Also, do you know when the rocket has to be replaced?

Jul 16, 2010
Paul

Thanks, I did allot of work this weekend. Very satisfing. I can understand looking for the next plane to build. I have a long way to go before thinking about my next one. I start with the plans for the 701 and decided that my engine options were limited, so I upgraded to the 750. Good luck on the next build and happy flying.

Jul 28, 2010
Jerry Latimer

I saw 260 F while performing steep turns and stalls. Rotax manual says nominal is 190 to 230. 285 is max. I was flying in the Phoenix Arizona area and it was above 100 F so it was a good test of the oil cooling system. I have a really old Zenith supplied cowl with the oil cooler mounted in front and the radiator underneath the front fuselage. The cowl actually blocks about 1/2 of the oil cooler. I have since cut a 8.25 X 1.5 inch slit in the front of the cowl. After that my oil temps came into the nominal range on a 100 + degree day. I'm happy now. Jerry

Jul 29, 2010
Dr. Edward M. Moody II

I am in Sikeston, Mo as I write this. We had to camp off site due to deep mud / soft ground and had no Wifi except for one trip to starbucks. Email Sebastien or Roger Dubbert for the prop ID.

Ed

Aug 1, 2010
Wayne Clagg

Thanks for the GOOD JOB!. It's been tough. I'm going to get a rotax as soon as I can. At least I can fly now. Yes, having to hold the doors up is a huge pain, these struts work well and if you notice zenith has them on the 750.

Aug 10, 2010
Phill Barnes

Hi Chris
Thanks for the kind words. It has been a long haul but I am getting there. I see that you plans built so you would know what I mean. Well done on your achievement.

Phill

Sep 2, 2010
Jake Reyna

Chris, I'm hoping for uneventful, but it will be a big event to finally get off the ground.

How's your 701? I almost bought one.

Jake

Sep 9, 2010
Neil Corella

Yes. Been working on it every afternoon. Your plane looks great

Oct 5, 2010
Neil Corella

You know I think I should have built an 801. More complete kit. Same price for cert engine. But. I like the fact that the 750 isa light sport

Oct 6, 2010
Chad Haring

Thanks for the encouragement, Chris. My former Director of Maintenance and I have researched a bunch of kit airplane, and both our votes were for the CH750. True STOL, all metal, well stressed, nice engine options. The turbine 701 in Texas is very interesting; my former employer build that JSF-100, but I know very little about it. Best regards!!!

Oct 14, 2010
Neil Corella

Thanks..should get the panel on the week of the 15th

Nov 4, 2010
Elmer Webster

Thanks.

Dec 14, 2010
FRED BURG

STONEWALL IS 60 MI NORTH OF SAN ANTONIO OR 5 MI EAST OF LUCKENBACH

I LIKE YOUR FLAPRON CONTROL SET UP

Dec 15, 2010
FRED BURG

CHRIS IF YOU STILL HAVE YOUR WING TANKS OUT ADD A PLATE TO THE BOTTOM WING SO YOU CAN USE IT FOR A DOOR ANCHOR TO HOLD IT OPEN. ALSO I HAVE SEE THE GUYS WITH BIGGER OR HEAVER THAT ROTAX ENGINES TO PUT THEIR BATTERY ON A SLIDING RAIL TO GET A PERFECT CG, NOT TO DUMB--YOU HAVE A SAFE ONE AND I HOPE THE CREDIT CARD COMPANY LOOSES YOU ADDRESS AFTER XMAS.

Dec 16, 2010
Pat

Chris, I have a 3 blade 68'' power fin on my other plane, And I love it in every way possible, espically setting pitch. They set pitch thru a window on the apex hub on each blade with a feeler guage, you get the exact pitch on each blade, no guessing. Then you do a ground static run up an see your rpm results. A simple chart tells you which way to go with your feeler guage, either add or remove thousands, etc. You can dial the prop in better than any others I've seen. I wouldn't hesitate at all to get one. I got a GSC that came with mine, it does its job but really is a pain to re pitch. Pat

Feb 1, 2011
Normand Lambert

Hi Chris,

Thanks for your comment. I may have seen the numbers somewhere else.

From what I undestand around 10 degrees should be a good starting point.

I'll try this for sure.¸

Thanks again.

Regards,

Normand

C-GFEU

Feb 23, 2011
Casey Zechmann

Thanks Chris. I am planning on putting some photos up. I am loving the building so far, the problem is that I had the great idea of moving right next to my local airport in Caldwell. This airport is very busy with experimental and other type certified aircraft. I can honestly say I am "ground sick". :)

Apr 11, 2011
Casey Zechmann

Chris, where do you live?

Apr 16, 2011