Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2017/06/10
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]While at the airport yesterday, I encountered a group of enthusiasts and engineers looking over an airplane I had not seen previously, a JA30 SuperSTOL, designed to meet the needs of flying farmers and explorers of the outback. Two of these airplanes flew much of the day, and their low speed performance was amazing to watch. It is powered by the latest Rotax 912ULS 100 hp geared engine, which now has a recommended 2000 hrs of operation before overhaul. Here is a view of the basic airplane. http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/20170609-DSCF2316.JPG.html A view from the rear. http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/20170609-DSCF2317.JPG.html Details of the large wing flaps and automatic wing slots. http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/20170609-DSCF2338.JPG.html It has large, soft tires and long-stroke struts to handle unimproved fields. http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/20170609-DSCF2341.JPG.html The instrument panel is very basic, but fine for the intended purpose. http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/20170609-DSCF2340.JPG.html Comments and critiques welcomed and appreciated. -- Jim Nichols Tullahoma, TN USA