No small feat: Austrian pilot Erich Häberle flew Sportsman N-196RC across the Atlantic and landed in Vienna, Austria on April 1, 2012 ending a trip that took 57 hours of flying, spanned over 5600 miles and began in Los Angeles, California.
The plane (sn#7196) was built by Ron Collette and it is powered by a Subaru engine with a 37-gallon auxiliary fuel tank installed.
Watch the video of Erich's arrival and an interview:
The first quarter of 2012 Flyer is now available in the downloads section!
Don't miss Alan Negrin's article from the Mountain Flying series. It will keep you out of trouble when MSL and AGL numbers diverge. Follow Marc Cook's advice on how to keep the stress low on the engine and yourself by simplifying power management.
In this issue:
Taking Over, By Omar Filipovic Basic Premises of Mountain Flying, By Alan Negrin Grounding for Wingtip NAV Antennas, By Eric Hopkins Power Management Simplified, By Marc Cook Up-Sizing Main and Front Tires, By Dave Herridge Paperless Medicals, By Omar Filipovic New Zealand Air Adventure, By Bruce Wheaton and Kathy Reducka Virginia and Smiley Creek Fly-ins Smooth Lines, By Peter Aschenbrenner Insurance Beat: Tools, By Scott “Sky” Smith Builder Tips: Accessorize your Cockpit, By Kathy Sutton Touch & Go: The Hits Keep Coming
The fourth quarter of 2011 Flyer is now available in the downloads section!
Thinking about an engine? You'll want to read Marc Cook's article describing the latest developments with engines, manufacturers and technology. And, of course, what kind of Flyer would it be without builders' tips?
More from this issue:
New Products: MGL Avionics Introduces New Com Radio First Flights: Christian Stuessi and Heinz Stahli Insurance Beat: Advanced Ratings: What Are They Good For? By Scott “Sky” Smith Builder Tips: Keeping the Water Out, By Ted Setzer Builder Tips: Snazz Points, By Ted Setzer Avionics & Systems: Dynon SkyView AHRS Mounts, By Michael Sandling Shop Talk: Safety In Jacking, By Dan Howe Special Projects: Ted’s Amazing Lightweight Sportsman, By Ted Setzer; photos by Michael Henderson Builder Tips: Control Stick Bushing Upgrade, By Marc Cook
Glasair Announces Two Weeks to Taxi Sportsman 2012 Price Increase of $9,000. Savings Offered.
Glasair has announced a price increase for the TWTT Sportsman, but is offering savings on orders placed by November 30.
Due to increasing parts and raw material costs, Glasair is increasing the Two Weeks to Taxi Sportsman base model prices by $9,000 for 2012. However, they still have a limited number of delivery slots available in the first quarter of 2012 and are offering well-equipped Sportsman (see details below) for $159,999. Standard 2012 pricing for a Sportsman with these features and equipment would total over $190,000.
Each Sportsman is specially equipped with: - Lycoming's High Performance 180 HP IO-360 Engine - Hartzell's Most Advanced 74" 2 Blade Blended Airfoil Constant Speed Propeller - State-of-the-Art VFR Glass Panel Cockpit - High Quality White Paint and Stripes - Deluxe Faux Leather Interior
Note: Orders must be placed by November 30th, 2011 and the aircraft completed in the Two Weeks to Taxi program before March 31st, 2012. Other restrictions apply.
You can also upgrade to a Carbon Fiber Sportsman for $9,999. This is an additional $5,000 discount off current pricing. The "Carbon" Sportsman offers an additional 150 lbs of useful load which increases typical useful load to an incredible 1,150 pounds. The Sportsman is convertible among tricycle, taildragger, float & ski configurations
Glasair has announced a price increase for the TWTT Sportsman, but is offering savings on orders placed by November 30.
