Ian Sowman

Male

Napier

New Zealand

Profile Information:

Aircraft Model
ZODIAC CH 601
Project Status
Flying
Building From
Kit
Building Experience
Have already built an airplane
Flying Experience
Sport Pilot (or Ultralight)
Building and Flying Info / Your Profession / Other Background Info
Semi retired. ex Aircraft Engineer (RNZAF). Purchased CH 601UL kit March 2010 part constructed. Wing panels only completed by previous owner after purchase in Oshkosh 1997 then lost interest and dry stored since. I have a Subaru EA81 ex 20hrs in a Ragwing Storch (replaced with Rotec Radial) I will be fitting a Compu-fire ign system and 2 x Bing carbs.

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  • Damir Horvat

    I agree that it is a beautiful airplane.thanks!! The engine is a honda 100 cam from Firewalls forward. The radiator is located forward, behind the propeller.The vent on the top is only for better airflow allround engine! Best regards, Damir

    Feb 22, 2011

  • Bob McDonald

    I was at Can-Zac in Kitchener this weekend. His CH601XLB has larger tires like you did on the nose wheel. His mains are "taller" than the kit tires, but not as wide....his aircraft was designed / built for grass field operations.

    May 29, 2011

  • Michael Herder

    Incredible workmanship Ian.  I know you're proud as you should be.  GREAT LOOKING HD.  I'm still incredibly happy with mine.  Wouldn't change a thing.

    Dec 25, 2011