Jmbb74 Posted January 18, 2015 Posted January 18, 2015 Bang on with that approach...bloody shocker. Normally 60-65kts but I was pushing 70. I still haven't got runway 36 at heck field down to a fine art. The hill/cemetery at the end of the runaway is deceptive!
Kyle Communications Posted January 18, 2015 Posted January 18, 2015 Thought it looked a bit quick that landing
magishme Posted January 19, 2015 Author Posted January 19, 2015 I got a few nice shots of you when you landed at Evans Head... pm me and I can email them to you if you like.
magishme Posted January 19, 2015 Author Posted January 19, 2015 I looks like 170 knots on final. It did dazza... was the video normal speed or timelapse? Looks like you were fangin!
flyvulcan Posted January 19, 2015 Posted January 19, 2015 It did dazza... was the video normal speed or timelapse? Looks like you were fangin! See post #76 from Jmbb74 for the answer about the speed on final... I suspect the vid was normal speed and it was just the aspect which gave the impression that it was a mach run.
magishme Posted January 19, 2015 Author Posted January 19, 2015 See post #76 from Jmbb74 for the answer about the speed on final... I suspect the vid was normal speed and it was just the aspect which gave the impression that it was a mach run. I saw that flyvulcan. I was wondering if the video was recorded with some sort of timelapse setup, albeit slight, as even with the perspective and 70 knots, it looked faster than that.
Birdseye Posted January 19, 2015 Posted January 19, 2015 I saw that flyvulcan. I was wondering if the video was recorded with some sort of timelapse setup, albeit slight, as even with the perspective and 70 knots, it looked faster than that. I think it is something inherent with a number of 'action cameras', I find the same apparent speed-up effect with all videos I've taken.
Garry Morgan Posted January 25, 2015 Posted January 25, 2015 For sale a sierra kit mostly complete $14,900 0418253466
Garry Morgan Posted January 28, 2015 Posted January 28, 2015 The kit also has factory built wing spars.
Guernsey Posted January 29, 2015 Posted January 29, 2015 Seems like a good purchase for somebody. Alan.
Jmbb74 Posted February 2, 2015 Posted February 2, 2015 Hi all, I'm thinking about a project in conjunction with Garry at MAW. A Sierra Viking or Sierra 80hp Rotax combo. Aircraft will be finished to my high standard and if you saw my plane at Evan Head recently, you'll understand. Avionic will be standard 6 pack style, radio with ptt, dual stick, upgraded brakes (dual rudder control), lockable tinted canopy, adjustable rudder pedals, winglets, strobe Nav lights, 100lt fuel on board, leather interior, high quality paint job and a design that will turn heads. No transponder Finish time around June 2015, fixed price $84,000 (Viking option) TBC. Msg me if you find this of interest. Jamie
jeffd Posted February 4, 2015 Posted February 4, 2015 hey jamie myself and david more so david have been keeping tabs on your build and we missed you at evans head ,where are you hoping to land next
damkia Posted February 4, 2015 Posted February 4, 2015 I think it is something inherent with a number of 'action cameras', I find the same apparent speed-up effect with all videos I've taken. It is a well known characteristic of the wide angle lenses. It also improves the depth of field meaning minimal perception of focus changes. The opposite happens with extreme zoom lenses (200+mm equivalent) where things appear "flat". It also makes them very touchy with the focus, in other words exactly the opposite of the wide angle lens.
Jmbb74 Posted February 4, 2015 Posted February 4, 2015 hey jamie myself and david more so david have been keeping tabs on your build and we missed you at evans head ,where are you hoping to land next Hi guys I'm not sure, I'll definately be attending as many events as possible this year. Any QLD & Nth'n NSW for sure. I am going to the Southport Valentines BBQ breakfast on the 14th Feb. Alternately, anyone is welcome at Heck Field to take a look. 1
graham brown Posted February 5, 2015 Posted February 5, 2015 Rigged the Sierra today probably the last time before taking it to the paint shop. Now need to have all the parts painted including all the small bits that will be put on later. We had a bit of trouble getting the engine mount right for the CAMIT motor. The alternator sticks out the back requiring some mods to the mount. I would probably try a different mount arrangement or order it with the old motor bike type coils if I had my time again. Anyhow all done now. 7 1 2
magishme Posted February 5, 2015 Author Posted February 5, 2015 Well done there Graham. This is looking real nice. Can't wait to see it painted. Did you put a 4 or 6 in?
magishme Posted February 19, 2015 Author Posted February 19, 2015 Hey Graham, how far is painting away mate?
magishme Posted February 19, 2015 Author Posted February 19, 2015 I like the dash panel, look good in black. 2
graham brown Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 Many thanks. My Glider has a matt black panel and I have liked that over the years. Easy to touch up. The paint will come soon but the preparation is taking longer than I thought. I'm still fibre glassing the engine cooling ducts and fitting the spats. I haven't even started sanding and alodining it yet. Maybe early next month. It will then be moved to Taree.
bexrbetter Posted May 30, 2015 Posted May 30, 2015 Lovely build Graham. How many hours do you think to date?
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