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Marco Polo Ultralight Rally 2000 Organizing
Committee
The Marco Polo Ultralight Rally 2000 collaboration of multinationals is
truly exciting and a theme we are committed to follow in assembling the
event organizers, participants and sponsor partners. Over the last sixty
days we have been extremely busy increasing our core group of organizers
with distinguished colleagues known throughout the event management world
for their talented execution of global events.
These individuals bring expertise in terms of marketing, security,
logistics and hospitality planning as well as inroads to the broadcast
community. We are currently in the process of negotiating support for the
evolution of our web site that will facilitate our burgeoning global
collaboration via the Internet. At that time we will post the BIOS of our
team and a wealth of event information will start flowing on a regular
basis. Among our newest collaborators, we are most fortunate to count the
award winning Robin Shepherd Group out of Florida and New Jersey.
As part of our sponsorship program launch, they created a beautiful
interpretation of our event marketing platforms and we will be sharing
some of the artwork in the near future on our new web site. Our official
sponsorship program launched November 22nd with companies identified for
event involvement from the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Asia. We
endeavor to partner with 8-12 sponsors that have sophisticated global
appeal and embody the vitality, strength and avant-garde spirit of the
Marco Polo Rally 2000.
As such, we desire to align with innovative market leaders who zealously
set themselves apart from the competition. In particular, companies whose
high quality products and services will be an integral part of the success
of the Marco Polo Ultralight Rally 2000. We continue to acquire the
necessary information that will allow us to formalize the competition
rules and formally make inroads with appropriate government
officials.
"The Dream" has crystallized and is rapidly taking shape as we
surge forward in making this exciting global event a part of aviation
history. Stay tuned Marco Polo Ultralight Rally 2000 Organizing Committee
Web Sales Technologies
http://www.wst.nu/RALLY2000/
[mail@wst.nu]
MIKE AND OLIVIER'S INCREDIBLE MICROLIGHT ADVENTURE
If you like flying, then you don't want to miss the incredible tale of
Mike Blyth and Olivier Aubert's recent flight in a pair of microlight
trikes across South and Central America, North America, Africa, etc.
Total distance flown: about 43,000 km. Read their daily logs and browse
the photo gallery to learn about this amazing adventure. Congratulations
to both men on the successful completion of their epic trip. Details at: http://www.pacific-expedition.com
THE BUGS are BACK!
The Bluegrass Ultralight Group (BUG) will be holding a 3 day Safety
Seminar in Lexington, Kentucky. This year it's going to be bigger &
better, THREE DAY'S!
Starting off on Friday Jan. 21st. is a BFI Refresher Course.
Covering biannual requirements for renewal of BFI rating. Then
Saturday Jan. 22nd. is the 5th. annual BUG Ultralight Safety Seminar
with a great list of speakers.
*Frank Beagle - " The Voice of Oshkosh"
*Dennis Demeter - Contributing editor to Ultralight Flying Magazine
*Kris Jerome - General Mgr. of the The New Kolb Aircraft Company
*Dan Leslie - Producer of Rotor / Wing Sports TV
*Mark Smith - Tri-State Kites & Quicksilver Guru
*Jim Stephenson - CEO of Aero Sports Connection
Day three January 23rd. One Day Engine Work Shop Hands on Top End
Overhaul / De-carbon (bring your own)
Here is the host hotel where the
speakers will be staying as well as the evening social activities will be
held.
Campbell House Inn phone 1-800-432-9254 Go to
there web site for directions: Click
here!
For any other information call.
Paul Huber
Day Phone # 606-253-2611
Home Phone # 606-873-1622
Safety Wire -
1001
different uses!
If you check out the alert
bulletins on site, and the accident statistics you will find a
number of instances w here the airfilters have come off and
gone
through the prop. A simple fix is to use safety wire to secure your airfilters to your carbs.
For
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The Voice Of Ultralights- recovering from
heart surgery!
For those who have made the pilgrimage to Sun N Fun -
and been entertained by the voice of "VERN
PECKMAM," Paradise City's voice of the airways - you
will be glad to know that he is recovering at home from heart surgery.
If you would like to drop him a get well wish you can do so at airshotalk@aol.com
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Walt Colby recovering -
Another well know name in the U.S. ultralight community Walt Colby is
also recovering from surgery. Walt has been "another voice"
for ultralight pilots at meetings dealing with the FAA. Walt is also
very active with U.S.U.A. and E.A.A. and is involved with the Yankee
Flyers Ultralight Fly In in New Hampshire. You can email you best wishes
to Walt at wcolby2224@aol.com
The NEW Kolb Aircraft Company
Kolb Aircraft of has hired Barnably Wainfan as an aerodynamic and design
consultant. He will assist Kolb in and in-depth study of its designs
through wind tunnel testing and proto type development of new designs.
For more information on the New Kolb Aircraft company you can visit
their website at
http://www.tnkolbaircraft.com
NEW
from
COMTRONICS ENGINEERING
The
ULTRA-TRIKE helmet was specifically designed for trike pilots
needing a full-face helmet that would shield them from the airstream
while flying their machines. The integrated clear polycarbonate
face shield may be rotated up while on the ground and can be flipped
down for flight. It also has our reliable communication system fully
installed. We chose the helmet for its rugged good looks and
reliability.
Audio equipment includes the military M/87 AIC microphone and Hi-Fi
speakers. A coil cord is included and terminated with the standard
nickel-plated 1/4" plug used or all of our systems. This helmet and
its integrated audio system are compatible with all Comtronics
intercoms, interface cables (patch cords) and accessories. ULTRA- TRIKE
helmets can be purchased without audio, if desired, and can be
customized with your own audio system.
For more information contact:
L'il Hustler Ultralight Aviation
LilHustler's Ultralight News
Two place Powered Parachute Plans!
Plans available soon for two place powered parachute. Test flights have
been completed and it is a dream to fly.The instructional booklet
"How to Build Your Own 2 Seater Powered Parachute" is almost
completed and will soon be for sale
Click
here for more info!
Free
Issue of UltraFlight Magazine
Dave, anyone who signs up on our web site can receive a free
sample copy of UltraFlight Magazine.
Jim Byers - UltraFlight Magazine
Click here for FREE ISSUE
Free
UPAC Membership
Associate membership the board has approved a
temporary program of free associate memberships.
Click here!
Fuel Advisory:
Do not store fuel for your ultralight or IN your ultralight for more than
a month. Octane rating drops when gasoline is stored. If it contains oil
(if it is premixed) it will degrade even quicker! Fuel octane can
drop from 92 to 68 in as little as a month if left in storage in the sun,
in a vented container such as your fuel tank! Drain old fuel from system,
before attempting to start engine, and replace with new fuel. Don't forget
to drain the carburetor(s) bowls as well.
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Now you can
watch hours and hours of web video on ultralight aviation!
Click here
to subscribe to the
Ultralight Flyer Web
Video Magazine!
Only
$15 per year!
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Drive
Shaft Bolt Failure:
MX owners have reported failure of the AN-5 bolt going through the coupler
on their driveshafts.
It is recommended that if you are flying a model of ultralight using this
type of coupler that the bolt be checked on a regular basis. The proper
torque for the bolt is 50 ft. lbs. It is recommended the bolt be removed
for inspection and that a new bolt, flat washer, split washer and locknut
be installed, if required.
Reward Offered for Stolen Aircraft:
British Aviation Insurance is seeking help in locating a stolen ultralight
aircraft.
A L'il Buzzard Ultralight was reported stolen from a private airport near
Barrie Ontario Canada. The aircraft is red, and has a white stripe and
yellow accent. Registration C- IEWQ, serial # Cays Eyes 1. BAIG is offering
reward for any meaningful information that leads to the recovery
of the aircraft. Contact 905-479-2244 - ext 225.
Stolen 912 engine:
Sometime during the night of November 24, 1999 a 912 ULS engine (serial
number 4425105) was stolen from an aircraft at Airflow Ultralights in
Langley, British Columbia, Canada.
Several other engine components including a stainless steel exhaust system
were stolen. Anyone coming across this engine is asked to contact their
local authorities.
New Air Park - We are opening an airpark in Southeastern Ky that
has a 2400 ft airstrip...hanger rental, and in the future, we will have
cabins for lodging. 23 nautical from The New Kolb factory. Go
to the site listed below for details.....the page is under construction
but has further information and contacts.
http://www.geocities.com/leesairpark/
Ultralight aircraft Photo
album
Enter your favourite ultralight
aviation photo and you could win an issue of the Ultralight Flyer video
magazine! To enter just send along your photo, with a little info
on it via email, we will enter it in the journal. Then each month
visitors will vote for the most outstanding photograph, which will win a
volume of the Ultralight Flyer video magazine!!!!!
Click
here to enter the ultralight photo album
North Wing Design Inc. moves to Washington
State.
North Wing design manufacturers of hang gliders and trikes has moved into
a new "5000 square foot facility" with an addition "4,000
square foot building" under construction. For more information
contact:
Northwing Design 3904 Airport Way, East Wenatchee, Washington 98802
905-886-4605
email trikes@northwing.com
Paul
Hamilton Releases
"Weather to Fly" video
In this Paul Hamilton Adventure Productions video, Dixon White, a USHGA
examiner takes you through a simple step by step process on how to acquire
and interpret weather data.
The video is approximately 60 minutes in length - and covers both local
and regional weather patterns.
For more information contact:
Paul Hamilton Adventure Productions
775-747-0175
http://www.adventurep.com
An open
invitation from J & J Ultralights - Florida
J & J
Ultralights is owned and operated by Roger and Ronavin Johnston. .
Gary Lapierra and Patrick Turner complete
the team in dual roles as aircraft safety verification pilots and aviation
instructors.
J & J Ultralights is located at Wings
'N Sunset Airport. A 2100' airstrip with landing lights
and complete aircraft services makes Wings 'N Sunset a one stop aviation
facility.
Click
here for more info
POWERED PARACHUTE BUSINESS TAKES FLIGHT
"Ex-airline pilot and wife give lessons in powered parachutes"
Shelby, MI (Muskegon Chronicle) -- Flying DC9 jets for Midway Airlines is
a long way from flying a machine that has a seat and engine attached to a
metal frame and is held up by a canopy parachute. But for the pure fun of
flying, Hank Austin will take a powered parachute ride any day. The
Austin's, who also fly a Cherokee 6 and Grumman Yankee, offer powered
parachute sales and flight training at their Michigan airpark.
For details
click here or
Flightline TV
Bobby Hester runs through some of the
problems he has encountered with a Rotax 582 on his Rans S 12
I have decided to created this page to share the experiences that I have
had while flying my Rans S12xl with a
Rotax 582 engine.
Click here to go to Bobby Hester's 582 tech tips
page
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