Introduction to the EuroFOX (Aeropro) Microlight Light Aircraft
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- Опубліковано 1 сер 2024
- This is a video of the features of my EuroFOX 912iS Microlight Light Aircraft as requested by a number of my subscribers. Thanks for watching & let me know if I missed anything out!
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0:00 Intro
0:33 Coming up in this video
1:28 Storing the EuroFOX
2:11 Unfolding the wings
2:56 Aircraft construction
3:28 Aircraft design & colours
3:51 Engine
4:18 Interior, baggage & BRP
4:45 Pilot & passenger comfort
5:03 Instrument panel design & avionics
8:26 Throttle, brake & other controls
9:07 Compass & fuel level viewing tubes
9:33 Doors & windows
9:53 Fuel pumps & ignition system
10:39 Cabin heater & oil flap controls
11:21 Pitot tube, Angle of Attack & Stall warning
11:54 Fuel taps
12:26 ADS-B, mapping & navigation
13:13 Landing at home airfield
14:09 Hello Luca! - Розваги
Beautiful plane and a well-presented 'introduction' to the Eurofox (known as an Aerotrek A240 in the States). I believe the level of sophistication available with light sport aircraft is underestimated, especially with the glass cockpit options, low stall speeds, and the reliability of the Rotax engine. Planes like yours are as capable and fun as the more expensive Cessnas.
That’s very kind of you to say 🙏🏻
I agree, these light sports aircraft are making aviation accessible, safer & more comfortable for a fraction of the price of ‘standard’ general aviation aircraft 🥳
Gorgeous aircraft!! Thanks for the tour!
Thank you! 😊👍🏼
What a great video! Absolutely fascinating. Thanks so much for sharing.
😂👍🏼
Some people comment that being a retired headteacher means I can ‘talk for England’ but I think we all have times when we feel awkward addressing the camera directly. You do not need to worry Geoffrey your intro was perfectly fine and the video interesting and informative. You have a very nice machine that you obviously gave a lot of thought to at the ordering stage. I look forward to the time when I can have a closer look at it. 👍😎
Thanks for the encouragement Tim 😊 I’m not sure I’ll be doing much ‘Vlogging’ as I prefer the flying & activity based filming more, but I’d had so many messages (relatively speaking) asking for a closer view of the aircraft that I bowed to the demands 😄!
Looking forward to catching up with you this season! 👍🏼
I think there probably comes a moment in every 'UA-camr's career' when it's necessary to begin addressing viewers directly. It's one of the many reasons why I've shied away from making videos! I found this really interesting and it showcased the tech very well. Looking forward to future videos. 👍👏
It makes me cringe watching it back! 😬🤦🏻♂️
@@FlyingDarkLord I'd be the same - can't stand my voice on recordings! Rest assured there really is no need - and keep them coming! 😁😁
@@FlyingDarkLord But it shouldn't. Love your videos Geoffrey. Is there one where you show the full engine start procedure?
Thank you 😊👍🏼 Not yet, but I’m really keen to know what viewers want (& don’t want) to see in my videos. I will try & include a start up in one of my future videos 👍🏼 The reason I’ve not included it yet is because the radio & comms (& other avionics) are turn off for surge protection on start up.
Voice-over, good.
Talking heads, bad.
Currently doing my NPPL in the EuroFox and I absolutely love it!!!
It’s a superb aircraft & glad you’re enjoying it! 😊👍🏼
Brilliant video, loved it. Thanks for the tour.
Thanks so much 😊👍🏼
What a great little aircraft, thanks for video. 👍
Thank you for watching 😊
You have a great little plane! Thanks for sharing.
That’s very kind, thanks for watching 😊👍🏼
What an excellent video. Thank you
Thanks for watching! 👍🏼
Very similar construction to the Reality Escapade and Kid although they had separate flaps and ailerons. I had a Kid and found the wing folding a very easy and convenient way to save storage space. Your presentation and filming are excellent, I look forward to more, cheers.
Folding wings is a great idea! Storage & transportation are transformed!
Thanks for your support & encouragement 😊👍🏼
Love these videos & love that eurofox!
Thank you so much! 😊 I really appreciate you watching & taking time to comment. I’ve been the subject of some trolling recently & so it’s great to have some positive feedback 👍🏼
Nice video and great panel layout. Cheers.
Thanks Steve 😊👍🏼
❤Beautiful airplane, thanks for the intro.
Thank you very much for watching & taking time to comment 😊👍🏼
Very good walkthrough! All the small details of the EuroFOX👍🏻 Love your plane inside and out!😍
Thanks so much! Are you enjoying yours?
@@FlyingDarkLord Oh yeah, i have reached everything i wanted from life ;) Loving it so far.. Right now it´s being worked on (brakes, 100hrs inspection etc)
You cleaned it up nicely! 👍🏼
Wow, what a nice airplane.
Thank you! 😊👍🏼
Fantastic vid! I'm not going for microlight as we need to seat four, but all inputs are good! Looks like a superb piece of plane!
Absolutely! Microlights are the equivalent of owning a small sportscar… great fun but not a workhorse! 😉👍🏼
Very nice video and description, would be possible to discuss about the maintenance costs and the price of such a beauty?
Thank you
Thank you for watching & commenting 😊👍🏼 I think I need to make a more ‘up to date’ video & include financial aspects, so keep an eye out 🤓
Brilliant video, glad I found it when looking through your older videos.
Curious, is there a reason there is no beacon light?
Thanks again for sharing the content.
It’s not mandatory on microlights, but despite this I have had landing lights & wing strobes fitted. The aircraft is not IFR permitted 👍🏼
@@FlyingDarkLord Thanks for the info, everyday is a school day, I wasnt aware of the IFR restriction. How about night time flight?
That was an awesome walkthrough. The only improvement would have the base price and the price as you specced it, but I completely understand you not wanting to be too specific. The EuroFOX website seems to be coy regarding prices. Some manufacturers are very open about pricing, others aren't. I don't see what they have to lose by making the prices public, but they must have their reasons, I guess.
I think the fundamental issue is my wife finding out!
😆 Best keep it quiet. I wouldn't like to see you grounded by a higher authority!
You got it! 😉 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
You mentioned that you have ADS-B in the Eurofox. How is the ADS-B capabilities from Dynon in Europe? Is it only ADS-B in and do you get any UAT capabilities in UK? I seem to recall that there are some UAT trials over there?
Good question… the weather does not work at all!!! Worse still when turned on the map is all red which interferes with reading so obviously I never have it turned on. The aircraft conspicuity is nice & gives me the position, direction, altitude & tail number of traffic & also grades the threat to you based on those factors. I must admit that I’ve not explored all UAT features & might do that the next time I fly! 😊👍🏼
Very nice....where is the Euro fox made....and you did a really good video
That’s very kind & thanks for watching.
UK EuroFOXes are assembled at Lukesfield in Kent. I believe that they originate from Slovakia. They are known in America as Aeropro, I’m told 👍🏼
Hi Geoff, out of curiosity, how safe is the one bolt to keep the wings extended? Is it a risky point of failure? Is it checked every annual? Do you have to do it up tight? Just found it interesting that one bolt seems to hold the wing in place. Cheers!
If you think about it, it’s not just one bolt, it’s actually 3 bolts, but removing one allows you to swing the wing back.
Also we check our bolts every time we the aircraft, whereas the pilot of an aircraft without folding wings probably never checks whether their wing bolts are secure 🤷🏻♂️
The nuts are only done up finger tight as they are castle nuts that are also secured with a split pin. Even if the nut did fall off the bolt is positioned such as they passively remain in position without the nut having to be present.
When you get your head around it, it’s fine, but I know what you mean 😄👍🏼
@@FlyingDarkLord awesome to know thanks
What useful load have you in the aircraft? What speed do you fast cruise for what consumption?
Stated max recommended luggage load is 18kg (40lb).
90kt cruise at 12 litres/hr (104mph cruise at 2.6 gallons/hr).
Good explanation of how your Eurofox unfolds into flying mode and why you chose the tricycle gear over trail dragger. Perhaps an odd question: how off grid can you land compared to a tail dragger?
That’s a good question! In the UK we mostly fly from grass or tarmac strips. I operate out of a farm & cope just fine with the setup I have. If, however, you will be flying into areas where there may be large (hidden) objects or very rough terrain then you will need much larger diameter wheels running lower compression tyres. This will prevent the use of wheel spats/pants. In these situations you would be better served by a taildragger with a modified undercarriage & suspension/damper setup. As you may have seen from some of my other videos, I’ve landed on some rough strips & never had an issue yet 🤞🏼😊👍🏼
Thank you for your very thoughtful feedback. Without the wheel pants would larger lower pressure tires give you the flexibility to land safely on rougher terrain? Any you might have met who is doing this? We learn a lot from the shared experience of aviators like you. You were one of the first UA-cam channels that I subscribed to… giving us straightforward explanations of how you are using the EuroFOX. Thanks for your postings.
@@ronshillum4897 You are very kind 🙏🏻
A few EuroFOX owners I’ve met have chosen taildragger formats with Tundra tyres, but as far as I’m aware most EuroFOX owners in the UK don’t really land on surfaces that are similar to those you might find on the Sandbanks or Desert basins you see in videos of pilots from other countries.
If I lived in America & was landing ‘off strip’ I’d definitely favour a taildragger with big tyres over the tricycle arrangement. But for me, in England, the tricycle arrangement better meets my needs 😊👍🏼
Eurofoxes are being used for towing gliders, even up to a gross of 1500 lbs. How would you feel about trying that? Is a Tost tow hook an option when ordering?
I believe they produce quite a few glider tugs, most fitted with the 915iS engine… they must be great fun!!! 😎
Hey…. Well done Dark Lord 👏
Great walk around, was going to ask about the differences with the C42, so thanks 👍
You are becoming a bit of a UA-cam star, my friend, with these slick presentations !! 🤣
Keep ‘em coming sir !
Captain Ray 👨✈️
( By the way did I see you formation flying the other day ??? )🤭
I know! I’m expecting a call from Hollywood any day now!!! 😂😂😂
Mark & I flew to Bagber, but typical me I managed to stuff it up & fly on the wrong side of him the whole way there! 🤦🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️ Still, another learning opportunity & it tested his traffic ADSB!!! 😄
@@FlyingDarkLord 🤣🤣Brilliant !!
We have to keep these “Instructor types” on their toes, you know !!!
In my early training I subjected Paul to a PIO ….. he’d never had one before !! 🤣…… keeps him awake when we fly!! 😂😂
Thank you very much. You have a beautiful plane and thanks for the panel walk thru. I would buy the Eurofox/Aerotrek if we could get your panel options in the States. Our options are all steam gages and a clunky EFIS. Price point stuff and hard heads here. The Aeroprakt is very similar to the Eurofox and Kitfox, with a little more aluminum and glass panel options. With the crisis in the Ukraine, that option has slipped away.
Your cameo was spot on, no need to anguish over it. All your videos are personal and highly enjoyable. Always look forward to them popping up. Thanks again.
I’m disappointed to hear that the options for you guys are so limited! 😳 In England we have always regarded America as having a ‘can do’ approach to manufacturing!
I would love to live there.
Thanks for your positive feedback on the videos, it makes all the effort worthwhile… they’re not Hollywood but I hope they provide some entertainment 😄
He is sorely mistaken about the avionics and eris. Our choices are incredible from dyno, Garmin and ilevil aviation for glass cockpit choices. Experimental aircraft here in the USA has exploded for panel choices. Wonder if he lives in Africa. Hmm
What model kitfox would this most resemble?
I’m not sure to be honest, maybe Kitfox owners may want to wade in at this point? 🤔😊
Geoff, je n'avais pas encore vu ce video ou tu explique les options de ton avion, je m'excuse de t'avoir poser des questions auxquelles tu avais déjà répondu. Ce dont je n'ai pas bien compris c'est bien un IPad au centre du tableau de bord? Si oui, est-il portatif ou il est intégré au dash? Merci encore pour tous les renseignements. 👌
Ce n'est pas un problème! 😊👍🏼 Par coïncidence, ma prochaine vidéo concerne mon tableau de bord. Je sortirai cette vidéo cette semaine 🤓
@@FlyingDarkLord Merci, j'ai hâte de la visionner. En passant, votre petit chien est adorable, il ressemble beaucoup au nôtre, un Schnauzer brun 🐕
What year is yours? Thanks for the videos.
My aircraft is around 18 months old now 👍🏼
Nice presentation and airplane! Can you give me distance from the base of seat / back to the cocpit bottom (knee clearance) and also from the base of seat / back to the top (head clearance) ?
Is it possible to use constant speed prop? which is the convinient cruise spead ?
Thanks so much for watching & commenting.
My aircraft is a few years old now & I don’t work for EuroFOX so I don’t know if there are any changes in the format of the cockpit with the newer aircraft. I do know that since I purchased my aircraft more engine & propeller options have become available. If you want to know the current options you can get hold of Paul Simmonds-Short on 07712 515528 😊👍🏼
@@FlyingDarkLord thanks for reply! Country code?
+44
@@FlyingDarkLord thanks!
If your at popham microlight rally in few weeks time would it be ok to say hello?
Definitely! 😄 I’ll be there on the Saturday as one of my friends is receiving an award 👍🏼
Hi, can you fly the Fox without the doors? Cheers
You can fly with them open 👍🏼
@@FlyingDarkLord brilliant! We should get ours next week, weather dependent of course! (Not looking good unfortunately) can’t wait to fly it.
@@markcourtney7251 🥳🎈🍾 Naturally the weather will be shocking for months now 🤦🏻♂️
@@FlyingDarkLord yep, especially as I’m away gliding at the Midland gliding club from the 23rd!!