We started our Viking 130 for the first time yesterday, Saturday, 28 May 2017. It started and idled a little over 1200 rpm (1240-1258)…
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Viking CruZer passing published speeds with STOL wheels
Jon is now flying his Zenith CH-750 CruZer with a Viking 130 engine. Operating from a short grass field, the airplane is not configured CruZer like but rather has BIG wheels and NO wheel pants. Basically a hybrid without any electric. The great news is the performance. Over 130 mph, even with the big wheels - congratulations to a great combination.…
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on August 24, 2017 at 7:00pm — No Comments
Viking working weekly to deliver CH-750 engines
| Viking producing more engines |
| Viking 130 and 175 hp Gearboxes |
| Viking Weld-In-flange -… |
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on August 20, 2017 at 8:52pm — No Comments
The Viking powered Super Duty arriving at Sun N Fun 2018
| Many years have gone by since the CH-701 was the "All Metal" ultralight STOL king. With a small engine / all aluminum design, it was sure to become a hit. |
| Time goes by. We all get huge from cow hormones and draft beer, yet want to get airborne.… |
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on August 11, 2017 at 6:07pm — 4 Comments
Roger from Zenith and the Sam
| Roger from Zenith and the Sam |
Well, great. All about Roger. Roger, Roger, Roger. Flying all these fun airplanes, all over the place..... |
| NOT IN THIS NEWSLETTER |
This is about Roger and Sam, but not "Sam the airplane" |
| This is Sam with Roger.… |
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on May 30, 2017 at 7:13pm — No Comments
First start - Viking 130
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on May 28, 2017 at 9:27pm — No Comments
Viking and YouTube
| VIKING | CORVAIR |
| THE VIDEO HERE | THE VIDEO HERE… |
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on April 30, 2017 at 9:26pm — No Comments
We will fly this propeller to Sun N Fun. Hope it increases the utility of many Zenith planes
A propeller where you can have it all.
- Maximum climb for those local flights and grass strips
- Maximum cruise when you fly from paved airport to paved airport
- Adjustments are made in a few seconds
This adjustable propeller is legal for all pilots to operate. No special skill is required and the entire blade rotate to the desired pitch, rather than twisting the…
ContinueAdded by Jan Eggenfellner on March 2, 2017 at 6:44pm — 1 Comment
Speed restrictions of a Light Sport compliant aircraft
So many ask the question of how to build an aircraft that a light sport rated pilot can fly.
Here is the answer to one typical speed question:
The speed of your completed airplane is dictated by it's overall configuration, not the engine. While it is true that Viking would like to show you how fast it could go, it is not true that you will automatically have this speed if you need to comply with a lesser speed.
The pitch of your ground adjustable propeller will give you…
ContinueAdded by Jan Eggenfellner on February 27, 2017 at 7:52pm — No Comments
Deane Philip Winning the 2017 Healthy Bastards STOL competition powered with Viking Engine
Deane Philip Winning the 2017 Healthy Bastards STOL competition powered with Viking Engine
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on February 5, 2017 at 6:54pm — No Comments
Deane Philip Winning the 2014 Healthy Bastards STOL competition powered with Rotax engine
Deane Philip Winning the 2014 Healthy Bastards STOL competition powered with Rotax engine
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on February 5, 2017 at 6:52pm — No Comments
Viking at the Deland FL showcase
| Deane Philip installing his Honda based Viking 130 in the CH-701 |
| Nice installation |
Viking promised the DUC propeller company to test their Carbon fiber blades and hub system. We have now made one flight and so far so good. Initial… |
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on November 7, 2016 at 2:31pm — No Comments
Gary Simmons contributing to the Zenith community with engine tips
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on October 21, 2016 at 7:25pm — No Comments
Richard Jones making AVIATION HISTORY
After trying out the Corvair, Richard spent 6 months and some money to redo his airplane with a Viking 130 engine. He made aviation history yesterday by being the first to fly a low winged Zenith aircraft with the Viking 130 engine model. I spoke with him today and he could not stop talking about what a huge difference the engine has made to his airplane. We hope to have a takeoff video from him shortly in order to get a before / after comparison to the airplane being powered with the…
ContinueAdded by Jan Eggenfellner on September 30, 2016 at 6:27pm — 3 Comments
Did you see Jon in KITPLANE ?
Jon had a great showing of his CruZer in KITPLANE
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on August 1, 2016 at 7:48pm — No Comments
Viking was posted in KITPLANE today
The 180 hp engine they mentioned will be installed in my CH-750 CruZer
Already looking forward to the first flight :)
Jan
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on August 1, 2016 at 7:47pm — No Comments
Zenith aircraft at Air Venture and Jon's Fly-In on Saturday before the show
First, if you missed Sebastien and Roger's news presentation, here it is again. Very nice video.
My airplane will be at a display next to Zenith as always. I made some personal changes with my friend Vern to the airplane. Come have a look. Right now it is being wired for some new fuel pumps.…
ContinueAdded by Jan Eggenfellner on July 17, 2016 at 6:06pm — No Comments
Bill and Peggy Blackmore getting a CH-750 engine
Don't forget the Homebuilthelp fly-in in Brussels Wisconsin the Saturday before Oshkosh. Bill and Peggy will be there to get a ride behind a Viking powered Zenith at Jon's grass field.…
ContinueAdded by Jan Eggenfellner on July 14, 2016 at 6:34pm — No Comments
Vikings Leaving For Sebring this morning
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on January 20, 2016 at 5:06am — No Comments
Phil Smith posted his Steel Bungee report on the CH-701
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on November 28, 2015 at 8:32am — 1 Comment
Viking having fun at Zenith open house
| The Fastest (And possibly slowest) Zenith High-Wing in the world |
| Viking Zenit CruZer has a solid 130+ mph cruise speed. If you correct the indicated speed in the video below for about a 8,000 food DA you get a great number. |
| INDICATED AIRSPEED VIDEO AT 8,000 FEET HERE… |
Added by Jan Eggenfellner on September 21, 2015 at 1:40pm — 6 Comments
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