BJFly Posted January 19, 2016 Posted January 19, 2016 Hi All, Here's a new thread for all aircraft with the little wheel down the back. I picked up our Rans S-7S today from Watts Bridge. Ken was kind enough to meet us at Watts where I could take the opportunity for a few circuits prior to flying her home to Childers. Ken has done an amazing job building this aircraft and was great to deal with. To say I'm as happy as a pig in mud would be an understatement! Here's a few pics for those that are interested. 15 1
Marty_d Posted January 19, 2016 Posted January 19, 2016 Looks like a lovely plane... (apart from the nosewheel being at the wrong end...) 2 1 1
Thirsty Posted January 19, 2016 Posted January 19, 2016 Very nice. Here's my recent purchase. [GALLERY=media, 3686]Corby by Thirsty posted Jan 19, 2016 at 2:51 PM[/GALLERY] 13
BJFly Posted January 19, 2016 Author Posted January 19, 2016 Very nice.Here's my recent purchase. [GALLERY=media, 3686]Corby by Thirsty posted Jan 19, 2016 at 2:51 PM[/GALLERY] Always liked the look of a Corby Starlet, hopefully that's right. Looks like a fast & fun machine. What's your engine?
kaz3g Posted January 19, 2016 Posted January 19, 2016 Hi All,Here's a new thread for all aircraft with the little wheel down the back. I picked up our Rans S-7S today from Watts Bridge. Ken was kind enough to meet us at Watts where I could take the opportunity for a few circuits prior to flying her home to Childers. Ken has done an amazing job building this aircraft and was great to deal with. To say I'm as happy as a pig in mud would be an understatement! Here's a few pics for those that are interested. [ATTACH=full]40863[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]40864[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]40865[/ATTACH] That is a seriously nice aeroplane! Kaz
microman Posted January 19, 2016 Posted January 19, 2016 Love the wee Corby - they perform brilliantly - even with a small VW engine which I am guessing is on this one - judging by the cheeks on the cowl.
Thirsty Posted January 19, 2016 Posted January 19, 2016 Yes Great Plains 1915cc. Climbs at 1500fpm and cruise at 110k at about 3200 rpm. I love it, handles really nicely and is a joy to fly. I seriously like the looks of the OP's aircraft though - I really like tail draggers and his looks the part big time.
winsor68 Posted January 19, 2016 Posted January 19, 2016 Hi All,Here's a new thread for all aircraft with the little wheel down the back. I picked up our Rans S-7S today from Watts Bridge. Ken was kind enough to meet us at Watts where I could take the opportunity for a few circuits prior to flying her home to Childers. Ken has done an amazing job building this aircraft and was great to deal with. To say I'm as happy as a pig in mud would be an understatement! Here's a few pics for those that are interested. [ATTACH=full]40863[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]40864[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]40865[/ATTACH] That is a former trophy winner at Natfly I believe... beautiful machine. She was absolutely perfect when I saw her. Lucky bugger.
Brett Posted January 19, 2016 Posted January 19, 2016 I was silly enough to build two tail draggers .... hopefully I will test fly the Sonex very soon. 4 1
Camel Posted January 19, 2016 Posted January 19, 2016 Hi All,Here's a new thread for all aircraft with the little wheel down the back. I picked up our Rans S-7S today from Watts Bridge. Ken was kind enough to meet us at Watts where I could take the opportunity for a few circuits prior to flying her home to Childers. Ken has done an amazing job building this aircraft and was great to deal with. To say I'm as happy as a pig in mud would be an understatement! Here's a few pics for those that are interested. [ATTACH=full]40863[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]40864[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]40865[/ATTACH] Bjfly, I looked over this aircraft at Natfly and congratulated Ken for a brilliant job, it is without doubt one of the best home builts I have ever seen with attention to every detail. You should be proud to own a work of art. I hope you enjoy and treat it well. Congratulation on a great purchase. They banned Ken from getting 3 in a row trophies for best home built. 1 1
Mick Posted January 19, 2016 Posted January 19, 2016 Hi Brett. The Rans looks smick! What is the take off & landing distances like? I'm guessing not too much? Definitely looking forward to catching up & checking out the new toy.
Kyle Communications Posted January 19, 2016 Posted January 19, 2016 I look forward to checking her out Brett at the next Childers flyin breaky in 2 weeks when I fly in this time..weather permitting of course
BJFly Posted January 20, 2016 Author Posted January 20, 2016 Hi Brett. The Rans looks smick! What is the take off & landing distances like? I'm guessing not too much?Definitely looking forward to catching up & checking out the new toy. Hi Mick, Haven't had a good play with her yet, just taking it easy for the first few flights. Russ and I are hoping to give her a good workout over the weekend. Specs list landing roll 320ft, T/O roll would be less. Catch you soon 2
BJFly Posted January 20, 2016 Author Posted January 20, 2016 I was silly enough to build two tail draggers .... hopefully I will test fly the Sonex very soon. [ATTACH=full]40869[/ATTACH] Hi Brett, Keep us posted on the progress of the Sonex, enjoy your maiden flight. Maybe a few pics?
Brett Posted January 20, 2016 Posted January 20, 2016 Yep sure will. Just waiting on an AP visit and all should be go.
BJFly Posted January 24, 2016 Author Posted January 24, 2016 Hi All, Launched at first light for the short flight to Maryborough. Spent a good hour with Russ brushing up on the finer points of wheeler and three point landings, on both grass & tar. Also had a chance to fly a couple of circuits from the rear seat. Aircraft handles bueatifully, the bloke driving could do with some more practice. Here's a couple of pics. 7
Hargraves Posted January 26, 2016 Posted January 26, 2016 Hi All,Launched at first light for the short flight to Maryborough. Spent a good hour with Russ brushing up on the finer points of wheeler and three point landings, on both grass & tar. Also had a chance to fly a couple of circuits from the rear seat. Aircraft handles bueatifully, the bloke driving could do with some more practice. Here's a couple of pics. [ATTACH=full]40936[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]40937[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]40938[/ATTACH]
Hargraves Posted January 26, 2016 Posted January 26, 2016 Congratulations sir a truly wonderfull aircraft. Iv,e always admired them having trained in a cub and seeing the differance. I,m having some engine issues with my storch at present but hope to fly her down to our breakfast if corrected by then. Cheers Brett
MikeBravoYanky Posted January 26, 2016 Posted January 26, 2016 I just bought a Jab Supa Pup.. very similar to the RANs but it has folding wings..
BJFly Posted January 27, 2016 Author Posted January 27, 2016 When you get a chance post a few pics of the Storch and the Supa Pup. Can never get to many pics of taildraggers. Here's a reminder, Childers Quarterly Breakfast fly-in 6th Feb 0730-1000. All welcome. We might end up with a long line of taildraggers parked out the front.
Geoff13 Posted January 27, 2016 Posted January 27, 2016 I have to leave the Childers Breakfast early on 06 Feb, because I have a taildragger lesson booked for midday at YCAB. In the C140.
BJFly Posted January 27, 2016 Author Posted January 27, 2016 I have to leave the Childers Breakfast early on 06 Feb, because I have a taildragger lesson booked for midday at YCAB. In the C140. Nice one Geoff, I'm sure you'll enjoy it, and your time in the Drifter will give you a good start. Don't forget to put on your dancing shoes. Have you had a run in the Vixen?
Geoff13 Posted January 27, 2016 Posted January 27, 2016 No mate I avebeen away since she arrived. Maybe next week.
Hargraves Posted January 30, 2016 Posted January 30, 2016 When you get a chance post a few pics of the Storch and the Supa Pup. Can never get to many pics of taildraggers.Here's a reminder, Childers Quarterly Breakfast fly-in 6th Feb 0730-1000. All welcome. We might end up with a long line of taildraggers parked out the front. [ATTACH=full]41018[/ATTACH] Aircraft with the third wheel at the right end are certainly the real look alright Brett i,ll try posting a pic of the old girl and see how i go eh
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