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I have spent a little time experimenting with rudder trim, and I think it would be worthwhile to share my experiences with the group. I know that most of you are probably saying "Why?" to the concept of rudder trim for our STOL aircraft. In most cases, it is probably not necessary. However, I found it useful. I'll explain.....
The Aerosport IO-375 makes 195 hp, and lots of P-factor. With that power plant, one can point the nose up and go. In the 801, I can also haul a…
ContinueAdded by Daniel Niendorff on September 23, 2019 at 7:51pm — 2 Comments
Since the devastation of Hurricane Florence last month in the Carolinas, I had heard several reports of a STOL CH 801 being used to fly in supplies to flooded areas in the aftermath of the hurricane.
Here is a brief report and photos:
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ContinueAdded by Sebastien Heintz on October 17, 2018 at 4:30pm — 2 Comments
Earlier this month I participated once again at the Great Alaska Aviation Gathering in Anchorage, and visited with area Zenith builders and flyers. The day after the show I went flying with Bill Wilcox in his STOL…
ContinueAdded by Roger Dubbert on May 25, 2018 at 1:30pm — 1 Comment
Peak Aviation Center in Colorado Springs offers flight training in a STOL CH750 S-LSA aircraft (with aircraft rental currently at $100/hr.)
For more information…
ContinueAdded by Zenith.Aero on February 11, 2014 at 4:00pm — 2 Comments
The Aviators TV show features the Zenith STOL CH 801 in the current season (Season 4), episode 2. Following are some screen shots and caption, on location in rural Quebec, Canada, earlier this year:
No runway? No problem! We challenge the limits faced in the world of bush flying in this amazing…
ContinueAdded by Sebastien Heintz on October 21, 2013 at 1:00pm — 1 Comment
Roger and I were in Tulsa earlier this week to show our planes at EAA Chapter 10's monthly meeting. We flew both the Zenith CH 650 and the STOL…
ContinueAdded by Sebastien Heintz on May 24, 2012 at 9:30am — 3 Comments
I bought a Lycoming HIO-360 E1AD. It is turbocharged and will deliver 205 HP to 12,000 feet. It came from a helicopter and I am making the necessary mods for the airplane. I have also converted the single stick to dual controls. Wings are on-Tail will be on in a day or 2. Am looking for some suggestions regarding a constant speed prop.
I am making a cowling so I have the stock Zenair cowling for sale--cheap--also the all-in-one exhaust ,heat muff system
Karl…
ContinueAdded by karl hipp on December 21, 2011 at 10:30am — 2 Comments
As most of you know, American Light Sport Aircrafters have been holding a Tail Section Workshop which runs in conjunction with the Zenith Rudder Worksop each month here at our facility in Mexico, MO.
Each month I am asked if we have considered doing others so it became clear that there are literally hundreds of subjects concerning kit building that could be covered in…
ContinueAdded by Bill Carter on April 10, 2011 at 5:00pm — 2 Comments
Following is a brief summary of our eventful week at Sun'n Fun which ended this past Sunday. The following post was sent out as part of a Zenith Aircraft E-mail Updates sent out earlier today to Zenith builders and enthusiasts. …
ContinueAdded by Sebastien Heintz on April 6, 2011 at 4:30pm — 4 Comments
Well I just wanted to keep everyone updated with all that has been happening here since we have announced that we are opening our new Builder Assist Center near the Zenith Factory in Mexico, MO.
As with building aircraft, there are a number of steps that must be…
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