John DiMattei
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Azalea Spyder Engine

Started this discussion. Last reply by John DiMattei Jun 20, 2022. 10 Replies

Hi folks,I am considering a Corvair "Spyder" engine from Azalea aviation for my Cruzer. If you are currently operating one - please share your experiences. Thanks in advance.JohnContinue

 

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Building a Zenith Cruzer in a 1 Car Garage - Airventure 2024

Hi All,It was an honor and privilege to present in the Homebuilders Hangar at EAA Airventure 2024. Current and future Zenith Aircraft builders were in attendance. I hope you all find the information useful.This is the link to my presentation given at AirVenture 2024 "Building a Zenith Cruzer in a One Car Garage".Thanks to Sebastien, Roger and Zenith Aircraft for their…See More
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Airventure 2022 Building a Zenith Cruzer in a 1 Car Garage

Hi All,This is the link to my presentation given at Airventure 2022 "Building a Zenith Cruzer in a One Car Garage".Thanks to Sebastien and Zenith for their support and also to those who attended the presentation. I hope to do it again next year.John DiMatteiEAA2022%20Build%20a%20Zenith%20Cruzer_Garage.pdfSee More
Aug 10, 2022
John DiMattei posted a blog post

Airventure 2022 Building a Zenith Cruzer in a 1 Car Garage

Hi All,This is the link to my presentation given at Airventure 2022 "Building a Zenith Cruzer in a One Car Garage".Thanks to Sebastien and Zenith for their support and also to those who attended the presentation. I hope to do it again next year.John DiMatteiEAA2022%20Build%20a%20Zenith%20Cruzer_Garage.pdfSee More
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Azalea Spyder Engine

Hi folks,I am considering a Corvair "Spyder" engine from Azalea aviation for my Cruzer. If you are currently operating one - please share your experiences. Thanks in advance.JohnSee More
Apr 19, 2022

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CH 750 Cruzer
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Engine installed (or plan to install)
Corvair
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No Experience
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Private Pilot
Building and Flying Info / Your Profession / Other Background Info
Avionics engineer. Currently with Northrop Grumman. Had worked for Boeing, Piper Aircraft, Grumman Aerospace Corporation, Northwest, Eastern, and Continental Airlines.

Also - president of Montauk Systems - manufacturer of SIMBIRD Basic Aviation Training Device (BATD)
Home Airport (ie. KMYJ)
KJYO

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Building a Zenith Cruzer in a 1 Car Garage - Airventure 2024

Posted on July 25, 2024 at 8:00pm 0 Comments

Hi All,

It was an honor and privilege to present in the Homebuilders Hangar at EAA Airventure 2024. Current and future Zenith Aircraft builders were in attendance. I hope you all find the information useful.

This is the link to my presentation given at AirVenture 2024 "Building a Zenith Cruzer in a One Car Garage".

Thanks…

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Airventure 2022 Building a Zenith Cruzer in a 1 Car Garage

Posted on August 5, 2022 at 3:02pm 0 Comments

Hi All,

This is the link to my presentation given at Airventure 2022 "Building a Zenith Cruzer in a One Car Garage".

Thanks to Sebastien and Zenith for their support and also to those who attended the presentation. I hope to do it again next year.

John DiMattei

EAA2022%20Build%20a%20Zenith%20Cruzer_Garage.pdf

Lycoming 233 LSA for CH750?

Posted on August 28, 2015 at 10:16am 1 Comment

Hi Folks:

 

Just started my CH750 Cruzer project. Just curious - anyone out there considering (or using) a Lycoming 233 LSA for your CH750 aircraft?

 

Best Regards to All.

 

John

Ashburn, Virginia

 

Lycoming 233

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CH750 Cruzer Workshop 8/15

Posted on August 25, 2015 at 11:47am 9 Comments

Completed CH750 Cruzer Rudder at 8/20/15 workshop. Well worth traveling out to Mexico MO to tour the factory, get a demo ride, and start building the aircraft. Many thanks to Steve, Roger, and Sebastian for their assistance and hospitality. Onto to the next component kit!

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