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Rebuilding?? What happened to the original that was nearly complete? Did it ever fly?

Any videos of retracting the wing? Do you need to disconnect flaps to get clearance?

Nice look!

What's your complete toe-brake kit worth? I'm interested in a retrofit for an original Australian built AeroPup. Thanx Don

Keep going Don! Aeropup is really cool. Plan on flying to florida to see you soon

Сегодня я подписался на Ваш канал. Я тоже строю самолёт. Это Питенпол Эйр Кэмпер с небольшими изменениями. В России. Я также пользуюсь эпоксидным клеем и стекловолокном. Я склеил по этой технологии бензобак для своего самолёта. Today I subscribed to your channel. I'm building an airplane, too. This is Pietenpol Air Camper with minor changes. In Russia. I also use epoxy glue and fiberglass. I glued a gas tank for my plane using this technology.

What is the black stuff on the outside of the molds? Duct tape? Also what do you use as a release agent? Thanks.

Any updates on progress?

Can you supply any further info regarding the customer completed aircraft, such as engine used, empty weight, etc? Also how much longer before the demo plane is completed? I have been putting off purchasing until I can actually see and sit in one, and take a demo ride.

Thanks for the update Don! I love this airplane!!!

Don, I love the plane. I am considering purchasing. It would be my second homebuilt. I also enjoy the videos, but if I may make a suggestion… hold your phone in landscape mode ( sideways) to get a bigger field of view. More pleasant to watch. (Some of your videos are in landscape and I’m sure you can see the difference). Not a big deal, but it makes the videos appear more professional. I am looking forward to coming in the spring to see the demo model up close and personal.

Anyone else old enough to remember when some old lady would come and rib stitch for ya?

Wish I was there to help.

Tell us please, what airfoil is in use?

I think this is the right way to go. A solid platform designed for easy maintenance ("easy" means it'll be more likely to get done on time, translating to safety). A design that trades a couple extra pounds and a little extra drag for safety, durability, maintainability, utility, and economy....without exotic materials or technology at its core. Steele is strong, durable, can absorb a lot of energy when it's being deformed, and will often bitch loudly to anyone paying attention when it's failing (i.e. doesn't tend to fail catastrophically). Adding a smart flight adjustable prop and pairing it with a modern engine, fuel injection, and (redundant) ignition and engine management firmware makes good sense (IMHO) as it is now well proven to be reliable and performant. It also allows for data recording which can be used to spot trends, and help diagnose issues and potential issues. Leveraging modern electronics for trim servos, navigation, and to help with awareness and simplify the pilot's workload is another great move. There isn't a replacement for proficiency, but amateur pilot's (for the most part) will always lack the skills and proficiency of professional pilots (yet we all want to build and fly an F-18 or a Warthog). Making an aircraft that builds in a fare amount of safety margin, remains approachable in multiple aspects (costs, maintenance, storage, etc), and provides utility beyond the $100 hamburger seems a more comfortable and obtainable dream. Regarding proficiency... I like to ride motorcycles, which is viewed by many as a risky activity. In fact, a motorcyclist is at risk of serious injury at a rate of 25 time greater that car drivers. Therefore I try to ride every day (here in the Atlanta Metro area), to maintain proficiency. So far (and knock on wood), it seems to work. This is how I manage the risk.

I'm watching your progress with interest. Wishing you good luck and success.

Hi don is the same areopup that bob designed please let me know

We need a update

OK, and....

Hi Don, could you add a link to you website in the notes?

Dan, just wanted to let you know that I think this is a great kitplane. I hope you stay healthy and motivated in these bizarre times.