September 2010 Blog Posts (29)

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N 413 GM Zenith 601 XL makes first flight

On august 14th 2010 I made my first flight with my Zenith 601 xl-b. The flight lasted 45 minutes, remaining over the Winsted, Mn airport the entire time. After verifing the temps I continued a slow climb to 4300 feet, where I tested the slow flight abilities of the plane, (I found out the 601 xl can fly much slower than my chase planes). I was indicating 42 mph on the Enigma EFIS with no stall buffet being felt. the flight speeds were kept under 90 mph the entire time. The controls felt…

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Added by Garlen Mikolichek on September 9, 2010 at 10:53pm — 7 Comments

FAA Final Inspection

DAR inspected plane this morning. All A-OK. First flight this Sunday morning, weather permitting.

Added by Mike Webster on September 9, 2010 at 7:17pm — 3 Comments

750 with Jabiru 3300A

I am ready to fit my cowling to the airframe. The engine is offset 3 as is. The installation manual call for 1-2 degrees. How many folks shimed the mount to correct this before fitting the cowl> Should I leave well enough alone?

Bob Allen

Added by Robert Allen on September 6, 2010 at 10:17am — 1 Comment

601XL Stabilizer

I have an existing 601XL stabilizer skeleton however I am starting a 650 project and just finished the rudder. I also have an existing 601 XL completed elevator. First question is can I use the new 650 skin for the existing 601XL stabilizer skeleton? Or can I complete the 601XL stabilizer skeleton with a new 601XL skin and use both the 601XL elevator and stabilizer along with the new 650 rudder for my new 650 project? Thanks.

Added by Larry Ward on September 5, 2010 at 6:00pm — 1 Comment

Aluminum Sheet

Where is the best place to buy Aluminum Sheet? Thanks

Casey

Added by Casey Zechmann on September 3, 2010 at 10:09pm — 6 Comments

Zenith Zip Fly-in Schedule

Zenith Zip 2010 Brampton Airport Ontario

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Added by Mark Townsend on September 2, 2010 at 7:12pm — No Comments

Just Started 650

Just finished rudder. Starting on rest of tail kit. Looking forward to building process and many tips and assistance from experienced builders on this site. Don't be fooled by picture. I am now retired from USAFR and working as electrical engineer. Finally have time to get project underway.

Added by Larry Ward on September 2, 2010 at 6:50pm — 2 Comments

Avatar in a CH701

After my recent mention of Angelina Joli, now I can tell you about my other life, being a pilot in a real life Avatar movie... Zoe Saldana is not, however, present in our part of the planet 'Pandora' - but the Home Trees certainly are.


Today I flew into the newest aerodrome in Ghana, at Mim. It is nestled in a Cashew Plantation between belts of rain forest. The area is very beautiful, surrounded by endless Cashew trees with their unique hues. Flying in to 'officially' be…
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Added by Jonathan Porter on September 2, 2010 at 4:30pm — 6 Comments

The Culmination of an Amazing Journey

The following article by builder Bob McDonald is published in the current is of COPA Flight, the magazine of the Canadian Owners and Pilots Association. Bob, thanks for sharing your story!…



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Added by Zenith.Aero on September 2, 2010 at 10:30am — 1 Comment

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