Patent issued for flying motorcycle that’s flying now
It’s official: Larry Neal, inventor of a new flying motorcycle concept, received a U.S. patent for it Dec. 27. “And I’m flying it now!” said…
March 2017
How two cycle ultralight aircraft engine oil works
There are several ultralight aircraft engine oils for an ultralight pilot to select from, and everybody has their favorite. Others are confused about claims as…
Gyrocopter Rudder Control & Design
There have been way too many accidents involving loss of gyrocopter rudder control. This is inexcusable and I cringe every time I read of another…
Rotor Blade Hoist System
FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO WOULD LIKE TO BE A TRULY ONE PERSON OPERATION, HERE IS A ROTOR BLADE HOIST SYSTEM FOR INSTALLING THE HEAVIER…
R100 BMW Gyrocopter
How many of us have been through the following? We purchase a KB2G gyroglider kit, assemble it and learn to fly it. After being towed…
Gyrocopter Engine Tuning Tips
What I want to give you is a reliable system of combustion chamber monitoring and power output. If gyrocopter engine tuning conjures up visions of…
Groen Brothers Hawk Gyroplane
DECEMBER 1991 – The Hawk Gyroplane has been under development for approximately five years and will ultimately be certified. The development effort has been relatively…
Amax Eagle Gyroplane Circa 1991
The 1991 model Hi-Tech Amax Eagle Gyroplane is now in production featuring a four stroke Subaru EA81 power plant fitted with the AMAX POLYCHAIN REDUCTION…
Understanding The Safety Formula
To a student pilot, the solo is the high point in his flight training – and is usually taken early before learning the safety formula…
Why you should install a gyrocopter camera
It’s becoming more common for aircraft manufacturers to put cameras on their aircraft to record flights for posting on the internet to encourage the interest…