Building Aviomania G1sB

[Sv.grainne]

I've ordered my G1sB quick build kit and will be posting progress here. Nicolas had already sent me the front panel CAD file so that I can modify it to accommodate a Garmin Aera660.

Once Nicolas approves the layout I'll post an image and a brief write-up on the process.

Trailer is built, waiting for my kit!

 

[C. Beaty]

Great! If I ordered a gyro from the other side of the Atlantic, the only one I’d consider would be one by Nicolas.

 

[DavePA11]

Are you buying the G1sB with the Rotax 912 engine? What is the rough cost for the gyro?

 

[Resasi]

Bobby all the best for your build. It is one I would have chosen, if it had had Section T approval. I believe it is an excellent kit, with very good design, flying characteristics and stability.

As it is the GTVX-2 still has to get approval, but, Denis was a friend, it afforded me some small input into the design, the quality of his work is exceptional, and is based upon a gyro I had previously built flown and enjoyed.

I hope you have a very rewarding time and happy flying with this, I think, an excellent choice.

 

[Sv.grainne]

Yes, Rotax 912, body painted yellow, hydraulic disc brakes. 32030 Euro's.

 

[Sv.grainne]

Leigh thanks. Agree with your comments on Gyrotechnic. Spoke with Denis before I decided to go with the Razor Blades.

 

[Sv.grainne]

FYI, cost was 25% deposit to lock in production. 40% to guarantee 2020 pricing as Rotax and others were expected to raise prices balance and shipping due prior to shipping. 32030 Euros

 

[Tyger]

I think yellow is a great color for visibility

 

[DavePA11]

Nice gyro with Rotax 912! What rotors are you putting on it? Anxious to see it flying. How does it compare with the Sportcopter M912? I assume its much less beefy in design? Is it more like the Sportcopter Vortex? Is the fuel tank under the seat, and is it metal tank?

 

[Sv.grainne]

Dave:

Gyrotechnic Razor Blades. Can't compare as I'm not familiar with those you mentioned. Fuel tank is under and behind the seat, made of Kevlar reinforced material (epoxy/kevlar?)

 

[DavePA11]

Do you plan to add auxiliary fuel tank(s)? I used mine all the time in the Sportcopter M912, but I did fly often outside base airport to go places. Thanks for the kit photo!

 

[Sv.grainne]

Dave:

Haven't thought that far ahead!

 

[DavePA11]

On the SC, the two side fuel containers were connected to fuel pump to deliver the fuel to the main tank. There was a switch on the panel to manually turn on the fuel pump to transfer the fuel from the aux tanks to main tank. Of course, I always forgot to turn off the pump while being distracted flying. I started to set a timer so I didn't forget, but sometimes forgot to set the timer...

 

[Sv.grainne]

Engine package has arrived at the factory!

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[Gyro_Kai]

Do you plan to add auxiliary fuel tank(s)? I used mine all the time in the Sportcopter M912, but I did fly often outside base airport to go places. Thanks for the kit photo!

I have a Genesis G1sB and love it. But even the best can still improve. I am more than interested in a solution for additional tanks. So... If you have an idea, please let me know.

Kai.

 

[Sv.grainne]

I have a Genesis G1sB and love it. But even the best can still improve. I am more than interested in a solution for additional tanks. So... If you have an idea, please let me know.

Kai.

Kai:

It will be awhile till I get to the additional fuel for my Genesis. Still need to finish flight training, build the Genesis and then go through transition training.

 

[Sv.grainne]

I've coordinated the new front panel with Nicolas and good to go. Will compare light level on standard 8mm warning LEDs to some 12mm assemblies that I have here.

Revised panel layout attached.

 

[Sv.grainne]

I'm going to use an MGL EMS-2 Engine Monitor so wanted to incorporate an aural alarm associated with any engine related event. Breadboarded a dual tone alarm with a transistor inverter to interface the MGL to the aural alarm. Works great on the bench. Picture attached.

 

[NJpilot]

Given the important relationship between rrpm and airspeed on takeoff I'd swap the radio and rrpm gauge so they're aren't on opposite sides of the panel.

 

[Sv.grainne]

I prefer radio on the left. So far in my training I have found that I prerotate watching rrpm from then start takeoff roll accelerating till nose wheel lifts off increasing speed and at liftoff increasing AS to 55. I can always swap once I begin transition training.