WindRyder Cyclone V-300 Gyrocopter
Jim McCutchen and Kurt Shaw have been involved in the gyroplane manufacturing business for several years. They developed the McCutchen Skywheels composite rotor blades several…
2017
Stratus Subaru Auto-Engine Conversions
The Stratus company uses a Subaru auto engine as close to the original configuration as is feasible. This approach has been tried before, with mixed…
The Rising Popularity Of Gyrocopters In Canada
Spectators lined up for demonstration rides. They liked what it they saw, and many were sold The assignment this articles was covering gyroplanes (AKA Gyrocopters)…
WindRyder Rotorplane – Speed With Style
This gyrocopter is built with state-of-the-art techniques and building materials, achieves speeds of 130 mph and looks great Before the WindRyder, a brief history of…
Power To The Gyrocopters – Gyro Engines
The ‘eighties gave us a personal, affordable airplane. We wait expectantly for an engine to match our airframes Every cloud has a silver lining and…
Gyro 2000’S IKENGA Gyroplane
President David Gittens believes that second-generation gyroplanes have great growth potential I spotted a photograph of the Ikenga gyrocopter in the Popular Rotorcraft Association publication…
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…
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…