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Equipment - Parts & Components

Avionics / Instrumentation

All that technical stuff

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Last Post: Helmets over Bose or Lightspeed

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Helmets over Bose or Lightspeed

by Tyger

10-21-2018, 07:19 PM

Rotor Blades

Keep 'Em Spinning

Topics: 528 Posts: 8,547

Last Post: Top 10 fully enclosed Gyrocopters

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Top 10 fully enclosed Gyrocopters

by J-2 Skyfarer

Yesterday, 04:24 PM

Propellers

So Many Choices

Topics: 224 Posts: 2,761

Last Post: Warodrive hub service bulletin

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Warodrive hub service bulletin

by eddie

10-20-2018, 01:35 PM

Engines

Feel the Power

Topics: 1,890 Posts: 24,762

Last Post: Ethanol Testing

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24,762

Ethanol Testing

by Uncle Willie

Today, 02:04 PM

Other Components

Other Parts including pre-rotators, tanks, pods, tails...you name it, we'll talk about it.

Topics: 454 Posts: 4,937

Last Post: Tires: What types you use and why

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Tires: What types you use and why

by mark treidel

10-22-2018, 05:47 AM

News

Read about the latest happenings of our site!

Topics: 1,766 Posts: 21,843

Last Post: Airworthiness Certification Tour

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Airworthiness Certification Tour

by gyroplanes

11-14-2018, 06:41 PM

Off Topic

The name says it all, post your jokes, comments, complaints or just rant and rave.

Topics: 7,221 Posts: 81,516

Last Post: Would you like to see gyrocopter drag racing @ fly-ins?

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Would you like to see gyrocopter drag racing @ fly-ins?

by AirCommandPilot

Today, 01:36 PM

Administration and Problem Report

Forum Administration Issues

Topics: 410 Posts: 3,831

Last Post: TEST: Does this new post appear on main page?

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TEST: Does this new post appear on main page?

by mark treidel

Today, 06:05 AM

Events

Upcoming Events - Fly Ins, Chapter Meetings

Topics: 1,551 Posts: 23,173

Last Post: 2019 US Sport Av. Expo in Sebring - Anyone Going?

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2019 US Sport Av. Expo in Sebring - Anyone Going?

by PW_Plack

10-15-2018, 07:35 PM

Welcome Mat

New Members - Please Introduce Yourself

Topics: 898 Posts: 9,190

Last Post: New or used passenger side Windscreen Bracing panel,for a Rotorway A600 Talon??

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New or used passenger side Windscreen Bracing panel,for a Rotorway A600 Talon??

by charlie119

Today, 11:15 AM

Flying Adventures

A place to post your flying adventures.

Topics: 297 Posts: 5,923

Last Post: More fun flying The Predator.

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More fun flying The Predator.

by Kolibri

11-13-2018, 03:14 PM

Flying Photos

Post any and all flying photos - gyro, helicopter, fixed wing, ultralight, all are welcome.

Topics: 2,569 Posts: 31,795

Last Post: Is this an Air Command??

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31,795

Is this an Air Command??

by AirCommandPilot

Today, 06:20 AM

Flying Video

Post your links to flying videos here!

Topics: 1,938 Posts: 17,419

Last Post: Top 10 fully enclosed Gyrocopters

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17,419

Top 10 fully enclosed Gyrocopters

by Arthur Gemperle

11-10-2018, 09:55 AM

Kit Makers & Manufacturers

AAI - American Autogyro - Sparrowhawk Gyroplanes

Two Place Enclosed Machine with Centerline Thrust

Topics: 289 Posts: 4,636

Last Post: Adjust Low Thrust Line closer to Centerline thrust on RAF Sparrowhawk?

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Adjust Low Thrust Line closer to Centerline thrust on RAF Sparrowhawk?

by Eric S

Today, 11:27 AM

Air Command

Texas Based maker of Single and two place designs

Topics: 228 Posts: 3,767

Last Post: Wheels and Tires

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Wheels and Tires

by AirCommandPilot

10-09-2018, 11:17 AM

Air & Space 18A

Topics: 4 Posts: 70

Last Post: Air & Space Heliplane

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Air & Space Heliplane

by WaspAir

04-04-2018, 09:26 AM

Arrowcopter

The two-place enclosed gyroplane

Topics: 25 Posts: 346

Last Post: Arrowcopter in the UK

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Arrowcopter in the UK

by All_In

06-10-2018, 05:09 PM

Aviation Artur Trendak & Son

Tercel and Twistair

Topics: 84 Posts: 805

Last Post: Hoping for new Gyro

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Hoping for new Gyro

by Vance

11-12-2018, 08:06 PM

Aviomania

Forum for Aviomania aircraft

Topics: 68 Posts: 2,998

Last Post: Aviomania - Viking First Impressions

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Aviomania - Viking First Impressions

by Joe Pires

09-26-2018, 07:22 AM

Makers of MTOSport, Calidus and Cavalon gyroplanes

Topics: 195 Posts: 2,185

Last Post: MTO helmets

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MTO helmets

by caciquefl

09-07-2018, 05:06 PM

Bensen Style

Igor's original machines and similar designs, KB2, KB3 and others

Topics: 312 Posts: 3,615

Last Post: History of Gyros

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History of Gyros

by C. Beaty

11-14-2018, 10:57 AM

The Butterfly

Gathering place for Butterflys, Monarchs, Goldens, and whatever else Larry comes up with!

Topics: 97 Posts: 1,596

Last Post: Larry Neal Design and parts

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Larry Neal Design and parts

by Heron

04-30-2018, 06:33 AM

Concept Machines

Commercial Designs still in the works - Hawk IV, Carter Copter

Topics: 150 Posts: 2,600

Last Post: Single Place Enclosed

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Single Place Enclosed

by Resasi

08-08-2018, 11:40 AM

Gyrobee and Related Designs

Gyrobee, Honeybee, Hornet and other related designs

Topics: 780 Posts: 12,276

Last Post: Bending the axles allowed?

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Bending the axles allowed?

by curtisscholl

10-19-2018, 05:22 AM

Helicopters

Those machines with powered rotors

Topics: 994 Posts: 17,350

Last Post: anyone who has ever tried coaxial single seat helicopters?

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anyone who has ever tried coaxial single seat helicopters?

by bryancobb

10-03-2018, 02:26 AM

Helicycle

A forum for enthusiasts of B.J. Schramm's finest.

Topics: 186 Posts: 6,966

Last Post: Dave Keck....contact info?

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Dave Keck....contact info?

by Smack

06-21-2018, 09:34 AM

Magni gyroplanes

Forum for Vittorio Magni's designs

Topics: 61 Posts: 1,328

Last Post: Magni M24?

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Magni M24?

by Eric

10-22-2018, 06:24 AM

Mosquito Helicopters

Innovator Technologies of Canada

Topics: 25 Posts: 426

Last Post: John Uptigrove has Passed

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John Uptigrove has Passed

by C. Beaty

07-25-2018, 09:55 AM

Phenix Tractor Gyroplane

Topics: 12 Posts: 267

Last Post: Updates

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Updates

by Gman

02-09-2017, 12:58 PM

RAF - Rotary Air Force

Two Place Enclosed machines manufactured in Canada

Topics: 623 Posts: 12,912

Last Post: Improved RAF mast bushings for sale

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Improved RAF mast bushings for sale

by eddie

10-15-2018, 06:30 AM

Rotor Flight Dynamics - Dominator

Dominator Gyros - Single and Two Place

Topics: 299 Posts: 5,498

Last Post: No More Dragon Wings?

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No More Dragon Wings?

by Joe Pires

10-05-2018, 12:49 PM

Silverlight Aviation

Manufacturer of the American Ranger (AR-1).

Topics: 59 Posts: 516

Last Post: No AR-1 in ICAO db?

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No AR-1 in ICAO db?

by JasonS

11-13-2018, 05:49 PM

Single Place Designs

Monarch, Falcon, Bandit, Magni M-18, Mad Max, Barnett J4B

Topics: 127 Posts: 2,574

Last Post: Junk yard dog picture

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Junk yard dog picture

by Guest

03-13-2017, 02:43 AM

Sport Copter

Maker of the Lightning, Vortex, Sport Copter II, and Sport Rotors.

Topics: 83 Posts: 1,255

Last Post: M2 912 sport copter

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M2 912 sport copter

by eutrophicated1

11-12-2018, 05:16 PM

Titanium gyroplanes

A forum for the Australian made Titanium gyroplane.

Topics: 4 Posts: 28

Last Post: NEW Titanium Autogyro WEBSITE

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NEW Titanium Autogyro WEBSITE

by GyrOZprey

09-03-2017, 01:59 PM

Tractor Designs

Ron Herron's Littlewing, North American Rotorwerks - Pitbull

Topics: 308 Posts: 4,596

Last Post: Little Wing Pilot Size Limits

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Little Wing Pilot Size Limits

by Alan_Cheatham

08-06-2018, 07:11 PM

Two Place Open Machines

Magni, Sycamore, Sportcopter, Barnett, Falcon II

Topics: 150 Posts: 3,308

Last Post: My new project - "Disco" open tandem

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My new project - "Disco" open tandem

by coyotekyk

09-28-2018, 05:00 AM

Two Place Enclosed Machines

Other Two Place Designs, UFO, Paul Bruty's Firebird etc.

Topics: 256 Posts: 4,928

Last Post: Seeking McCulloch J-2 Owners

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Seeking McCulloch J-2 Owners

by The Guv'na

09-08-2018, 03:16 PM

Ultralights

Ultralight Machines - Larry Neal's Butterfly, 3D-RV, Sparrow

Topics: 50 Posts: 1,098

Last Post: Ultralight folding gyro from Russia.

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Ultralight folding gyro from Russia.

by Gyro_Kai

08-28-2018, 12:09 AM

Xenon

Enclosed 2 Place Machine from Poland

Topics: 227 Posts: 3,716

Last Post: Job Opportunities - Vacancies at Celier Aviation

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Job Opportunities - Vacancies at Celier Aviation

by NikitaMorgan

09-18-2018, 05:45 AM

General Discussion

Anything related to Rotorcraft

Topics: 8,699 Posts: 136,305

Last Post: Bank instrument, financial services, sblc, MTN, investment, Loan

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Bank instrument, financial services, sblc, MTN, investment, Loan

by sekaran00

Yesterday, 03:44 PM

Rules and Regulations

Discussion of FAR's and other rules & regulations.

Topics: 178 Posts: 2,993

Last Post: LSA max weight to be increased to 3600 pounds in 2019

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LSA max weight to be increased to 3600 pounds in 2019

by EdResnick

10-18-2018, 05:14 PM

Theory of Flight (Aerodynamics)

To HELP us ALL!

Topics: 971 Posts: 22,061

Last Post: Flying jeep

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Flying jeep

by WaspAir

10-08-2018, 03:00 PM

Technical papers, Books, and publications.

Links to technical papers, books, and other publlications available for download.

Topics: 321 Posts: 1,140

Last Post: Analysis of Autogyro Rotor Balancing and Vibration

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Analysis of Autogyro Rotor Balancing and Vibration

by Jean Claude

11-10-2018, 06:20 AM

Piloting Technique / Accident Discussions

What have you learned from your own mistakes

Topics: 1,104 Posts: 30,600

Last Post: Chris Lord October 31, 2018

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Chris Lord October 31, 2018

by Kolibri

Yesterday, 03:48 PM

Gyrogliders

A category for all things glider

Topics: 31 Posts: 418

Last Post: Gyroboat..

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Gyroboat..

by Crocco

01-14-2018, 12:26 PM

Training

Discussion on anything related to training, instructors, theory etc.

Topics: 1,098 Posts: 15,865

Last Post: Training can be an emotional roller coaster.

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by Kolibri

11-13-2018, 02:44 PM

Discussion on Flight Testing - How do we make those first flights?

Topics: 79 Posts: 2,513

Last Post: Air Command 447 flight test problem

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Air Command 447 flight test problem

by Doug Riley

08-14-2018, 09:37 AM

Builders Corner

Discussion on design, fabrication and assembly

Topics: 2,334 Posts: 37,653

Last Post: Crescendo Build

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Crescendo Build

by Brian Jackson

10-17-2018, 09:35 AM

The Rotorcraft History Channel

Historical stories about helicopters and gyros

Topics: 302 Posts: 2,082

Last Post: Side by Side, 50ties style....;-)

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Side by Side, 50ties style....;-)

by XXavier

09-13-2018, 01:41 PM

For Sale

Gyro's and Parts for Sale

Topics: 2,865 Posts: 21,576

Last Post: Rotax 582 (330TT - 30STOH)

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Rotax 582 (330TT - 30STOH)

by SportCopter

11-13-2018, 02:09 PM

Wanted

Gyro's or Parts Wanted

Topics: 1,286 Posts: 7,370

Last Post: Subaru conversion instructions

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Subaru conversion instructions

by j4flyer

09-03-2018, 08:39 PM

PRA - Popular Rotorcraft Association

The Popular Rotorcraft Association

Topics: 669 Posts: 13,346

Last Post: ADS-B are You Ready?? Nov 1, 2018

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ADS-B are You Ready?? Nov 1, 2018

by Gyro28866

10-22-2018, 05:45 AM

PRA Headquarters Q&A

If you have any questions for PRA HQ, post 'em here.

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Last Post: PRA forum login issues

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Would you like to see gyrocopter drag racing @ fly-ins?

JasonS

Take a Vote Below!

Would you like to see gyrocopter drag racing @ fly-ins?
Recently in the STOL world such an event took place @
the Dead Cow dry lake bed known as the High Sierra Fly In
with a link here to illustrate the event.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z...

YES 66.67%	2
NO 33.33%	1
MAYBE 0%	0

Today, 01:06 PM

Gyrocopter Drag Racing

JasonS

Take a Vote Below!

Would you like to see gyrocopter drag racing @ fly-ins?
Recently in the STOL world such an event took place @
the Dead Cow dry lake bed known as the High Sierra Fly In
with a link here to illustrate the event.
https://youtu.be/ZMIHkMs64Tk

High Sierra Fly In! STOL Drag Air Race Finals 2018 - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com

The Flying Cowboys DOMINATE the finals! Trent Palmer comes out of nowhere with amazing results! See DRACO, Mike Patey�s MONSTER Bushplane in this exciting Ai...

Today, 01:00 PM
Adjust Low Thrust Line closer to Centerline thrust on RAF Sparrowhawk?

Eric S

I have an RAF Sparrowhawk with the standard low thrust line (LTL) and I'm curious if anyone has made adjustments to bring it closer to centerline thrust (CLT).

My understanding is it was designed to be CLT at full gross. The problem is I fly 95% of the time by myself. When I add or reduce...

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