Everything About the Legal Eagle
1 p.m.
With a traditional 3-axis control system, steel tube fuselage, 4-cycle engine, and fabric covering the Legal Eagle is a great little homebuilt that can be flown as a Part 103 ultralight. Designer and EAA Ultralight Hall of Fame inductee Leonard Milholland will share details of the history and development of the Legal Eagle design.
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Airport Operations and Ultralights
2:30 p.m.
Over the years, some ultralight owners wanting to operate at public airports have been greeted with a cold shoulder and told “No, you can't fly here.” However, the FAA says flying ultralights is an aeronautical activity that can be accommodated at publicly funded airports, given some special considerations. Lily Johnson from the EAA staff and government advocacy department will help guide ultralight pilots and airport operators to mutual understanding and development of procedures so ultralight vehicles can safely integrate into airport operations. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.
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Safety Condition Inspection for Ultralights
4 p.m.
Routine inspections and proper maintenance are a key part of operating "safely.” Some say safety is a mindset — join long-time ultralight owner and pilot Denny Demeter as he shares his mindset on things he has learned over the years to inspect and maintain your ultralight. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.
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Basics of Weight Shift Trikes
5:30 p.m.
Weight-Shift trikes (WSC) could be described as motorcycles in the sky. Controlled by shifting weight under the wing hang-point, they have a close connection to the early days of ultralights when hang gliders were powered with small engines so they could rise from level ground. Join Mike Hudetz CFI and dealer for Air Creation, Airborne and Evolution trikes as he explains what’s available and trike fundamentals. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.
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2-Stroke Engines: Secrets to Success
7 p.m.
Two-stroke motors have many advantages over four-stroke motors, and work exceptionally well to power ultralight vehicles. However, like most things, proper inspection, maintenance, and operation are required to ensure a long operational life. Join Brian Carpenter from Rainbow Aviation Services, providers of light-sport repairman training, as he discusses the types of things to keep your engine operating properly. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.
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