Tom, just found your Channel yesterday and am enjoying your videos. I own a Zenith CruZer but looked at the Bushcat at Deland in November. I really like the cabin layout especially the armrest throttle setup.
Yes, I love the armrest throttle too. It hugs your body and makes the throttle feel a part of you. Ergonomically speaking, the bushcat fits like a glove.
you prolly dont give a shit but if you guys are stoned like me during the covid times then you can stream pretty much all of the latest movies and series on InstaFlixxer. Been watching with my gf for the last few days xD
I was interested in factory builds from other manufacturers (kit fox, zenith, just aircraft) but since watching this video I would consider assembling a Bush Cat. Some fantastic features ie; Zippers for in inspections. Very informative video. Definitely considering this aircraft.
Appreciate the update summary of Bushcat new changes. This is my first time to notice the deletion of "tail fin" and new changes on the "tails" between the older and Bushcat Tom's new version. I am also interested to know any performance and flying characteristic change or improvement, if any, after the new modifications. As usual, love Tom's drecting, acting and humorous "foreplay" of every episode!
From what I've learned about the new modifications, the new tail gives the Bushcat even better stability and greater rudder authority. And you won't run out of elevator on slow landings. The new elevator trim tab is, indeed, sensitive. But the upshot is you could fly and land the plane using only trim and rudder if, say, your stick ever goes out.
@@bushcattom Tom, thanks for your reply. I have gone through all Bushcat videos on UA-cam and noticed that the Bushcat has been improved with new features in last few years, such as hand parking break. But there are no such videos or pictures for those new development and features, including the SkyReach website. Additionally ther are no many Bushcat demo fly videos. I hope you will do some of demo flying with your Bushcat, taking off, landing, STOL, low and slow and manuvering in backcountry flying! Your video is the best. I am thinking to build one because of yournvedios. Look forwarding to seeing you flying the black cat!
@@bing4342 Oh yes, I have big plans for flying videos once I finally get my Bushcat in the air. It has been difficult waiting, but I must be patient. My plane will be wired up for multiple cameras (right now I'm thinking about six of them). For the time being I'm doing build videos, but eventually we're going to transition into all my flying adventures. Thanks for watching. We'll keep the videos coming. As for the latest improvements, along with a parking brake, my Bushcat will also feature toe brakes which will be much better than the current handbrake most Bushcats have. Also the new Bushcats have a wider "bubble" door giving me nearly 2 extra inches of elbow room on each side of an already wide cabin. My plane will also be fitted with cabin heat and also cabin lighting.
I’m hopping to purchase a used Bushcat. You mentioned many revisions. Which year or model, represents the most changes, so I know not to purchase the earlier revisions.
@ 1.19 I REALLY LOVE THE THROTTLE SETTING AT TAKE- OFF.. SHE IS LIGHT ENOUGH THERE'S NO NEED FOR MAX RPM TO ROTATE LIFT OFF. NIIICE! ABOUT 13GPH?.. 3.5 - 4 GPH.. SORRY. I'M NOT EVEN CLOSE YOU SOUTH AFRICANS HAVE WONDERFUL AIRCRAFT ON THE GLOBAL SCENE.. THANK YOU FOR SHARING
Flap lever is easy to operate. Just a little resistance at higher speeds. Yes, cabin heaters are an option. They work really well. Thanks for watching.
Never did the math. So far Oil changes every 50hrs. The annual inspection. And about 4.5 gph fuel burn. And that’s been it. Super economical. Thanks for watching.
Yes. There are two baggage compartments. One is high behind the seats and within reach of the occupants. Pretty roomy too with a max about 50lbs. The second larger compartment is behind the fuel tank with access from the fuselage. 40lbs max for that one. Plenty of room for camping gear and such. The BushCat can haul a lot of stuff.
This is awesome, I wanna learn to fly on this plane so bad. I live 15 mins from Galt, do you know if it is available to train on there? I went on a discovery there in a 172 but want to start training. This plane looks absolutely incredible. Thanks!
@@bushcattom Thanks! The Kitfox seems omnipresent on UA-cam, but this plane seems to have more room, more useful load, easier build. ... Looking for the downside here. Excited to continue to watch the build
@@nathangreer8219 Yes, I looked into the Kitfox as well--for a full size person like myself at 225lb the useful load was not very useful. So far the only downside to the Bushcat is that I will still have to wait for mine until July.
@@nathangreer8219 its very very spacious inside and extremely comfortable with an arm rest that has the throttle at the front but there are a couple of cons well things i dont like.storage spot is a bit wanting you can't really fit much,the doors dont lift up with a arm like the kitfox you have hold it up while clammer out of it then take a bracing stick and click it into the door and on the trut a problem they can't seem to solve the past 16years,its also high off the ground so getting in and out if you are older could be a challenge,the trilam covering is not as durable as they say you might get 5 years but there might be people who have had it last longer.in very hot climates the fabric starts to dull and crack then eventually peel off but these are the things they don't tell you but good to know to make an informed decision.every aircraft has its issues
He must have mis read you're question. The stake is to add back directional stability which is lost by having the nose wheel (more keel area) ahead of the centre of lift.
Sorry for not chiming in sooner. I think @Daisy means the old ventral fun. But this was indeed to assist in a little bit of the yaw. This however is no longer there, with the new empennage we now have a dorsal fun.
Let's see what you can see during a turn...said the dude who learned in one of three Cherokee 180's owned by the Miami University Flying Club back in the early 1980's. Oh, and just How Wide is the distance between the Mains ? I thought so. And cross-wind landings in any high-winged plane are How Thrilling? And Ground Effect in a High-Winged plane can be utilized how? Of course the B-Cat IS easier for this Geezer to clamber in and out of.... And the folks who distribute the Bushcat are super nice. And the price is incredibly low for what one gets.
I'm only 57 seconds in and laughing my head off at the intro! 🤣🤣🤣
👍
😂..Muy bien explicado por esta Señora !!! Y excelente edicion del video !!!!
I'm just converting to one from RPL to RAA in Australia and Loving it. It's a lot easier to fly and land than a 172 which is what I trained on..
Yes, the Bushcat is very easy to fly. Glad you're enjoying it.
Tom, just found your Channel yesterday and am enjoying your videos. I own a Zenith CruZer but looked at the Bushcat at Deland in November. I really like the cabin layout especially the armrest throttle setup.
Yes, I love the armrest throttle too. It hugs your body and makes the throttle feel a part of you. Ergonomically speaking, the bushcat fits like a glove.
Really awesome !! This is looks so fun to fly. Love it 👍
Take it from me. The BushCat is a blast to fly. Thanks for watching.
Great vid. Well explained and shows some terrific features. Thanks for posting!
Your welcome. Glad you enjoyed it.
Nice aircraft! Thanks for the video.👍🍕🍺🏆
Your welcome. Thanks for watching.
Love the intro and closing scenes...funny guy. I didn't know much about the Bushcat, and now I want one too!
You can have one. Call AeroSport. Thanks for watching.
It's so good, buy 2
Bravo.thenks
Looks like a great plane that is straight forward to put together. Wish you best of luck, nice to see some new local business opening up in aviation
Thanks for the well wishes. A build that takes realistically only 400 hours. As straightforward as you can get
you prolly dont give a shit but if you guys are stoned like me during the covid times then you can stream pretty much all of the latest movies and series on InstaFlixxer. Been watching with my gf for the last few days xD
@Eric Hugh Definitely, I've been using instaflixxer for months myself :)
@Eric Hugh Definitely, have been watching on instaflixxer for since december myself =)
@Eric Hugh Definitely, have been using InstaFlixxer for since november myself :)
Wow awesome update
I was interested in factory builds from other manufacturers (kit fox, zenith, just aircraft) but since watching this video I would consider assembling a Bush Cat. Some fantastic features ie; Zippers for in inspections. Very informative video. Definitely considering this aircraft.
Great! Give AeroSport a ring and tell them BushCat Tom sent you. Thanks for watching.
I plan on it. Thanks!
Yes, its much better than the others. Thats why i say, don't mention SA
Maaaaan! This just made me want my own bushcat soo much more! (taking donations now!)
Hey, that's a good idea. I'm taking donations now too.
Appreciate the update summary of Bushcat new changes. This is my first time to notice the deletion of "tail fin" and new changes on the "tails" between the older and Bushcat Tom's new version. I am also interested to know any performance and flying characteristic change or improvement, if any, after the new modifications. As usual, love Tom's drecting, acting and humorous "foreplay" of every episode!
From what I've learned about the new modifications, the new tail gives the Bushcat even better stability and greater rudder authority. And you won't run out of elevator on slow landings. The new elevator trim tab is, indeed, sensitive. But the upshot is you could fly and land the plane using only trim and rudder if, say, your stick ever goes out.
@@bushcattom Tom, thanks for your reply. I have gone through all Bushcat videos on UA-cam and noticed that the Bushcat has been improved with new features in last few years, such as hand parking break. But there are no such videos or pictures for those new development and features, including the SkyReach website. Additionally ther are no many Bushcat demo fly videos. I hope you will do some of demo flying with your Bushcat, taking off, landing, STOL, low and slow and manuvering in backcountry flying! Your video is the best. I am thinking to build one because of yournvedios. Look forwarding to seeing you flying the black cat!
@@bing4342 Oh yes, I have big plans for flying videos once I finally get my Bushcat in the air. It has been difficult waiting, but I must be patient. My plane will be wired up for multiple cameras (right now I'm thinking about six of them). For the time being I'm doing build videos, but eventually we're going to transition into all my flying adventures. Thanks for watching. We'll keep the videos coming. As for the latest improvements, along with a parking brake, my Bushcat will also feature toe brakes which will be much better than the current handbrake most Bushcats have. Also the new Bushcats have a wider "bubble" door giving me nearly 2 extra inches of elbow room on each side of an already wide cabin. My plane will also be fitted with cabin heat and also cabin lighting.
@@bushcattom Lookng forward to seeing all new features, camera mounts and your wire system for recording video and audio!
@@bing4342 Yes, once we get to the stage of wiring up the plane for cameras I'll definitely do a video on it.
Seems like a fun plane!
Funnest flying I’ve ever done.
It’s in a tough market considering the Kitfox and Zenith 750, and both are US made. Still a neat design.
Here comes a worthy competitor
looks nice but very similar to a skyranger.
very nice!
THX
I’m hopping to purchase a used Bushcat. You mentioned many revisions. Which year or model, represents the most changes, so I know not to purchase the earlier revisions.
Propeller is kissing the ground.
@ 1.19 I REALLY LOVE THE THROTTLE SETTING AT TAKE- OFF.. SHE IS LIGHT ENOUGH THERE'S NO NEED FOR MAX RPM TO ROTATE LIFT OFF. NIIICE!
ABOUT 13GPH?.. 3.5 - 4 GPH.. SORRY. I'M NOT EVEN CLOSE
YOU SOUTH AFRICANS HAVE WONDERFUL AIRCRAFT ON THE GLOBAL SCENE.. THANK YOU FOR SHARING
I give it full power on takeoff but you’re right- the BushCat will climb like a rubber ball with much less than full power.
Superb! How heavy is the flap lever to operate? Or does it offer good leverage and balance? Also is there a heater option?
Flap lever is easy to operate. Just a little resistance at higher speeds. Yes, cabin heaters are an option. They work really well. Thanks for watching.
I would love to get one of these. Wife wont let me spend money on a plane though. Great looking.
Yes the BushCat is a looker. Maybe your wife will change her mind.
Sounds like you need a new wife :P
Buy it, and say you sorry.
Do you know if there is any in western Washington for flight training/school
As to the dual throttle, is it possible that a passage might inadvertently move the throttle given its position?
Hey Tom. Whats your cost per hour on this light aircraft? Im thinking about getting this one.
Never did the math. So far Oil changes every 50hrs. The annual inspection. And about 4.5 gph fuel burn. And that’s been it. Super economical. Thanks for watching.
That intro. Hahaha
Mogas! Bushcats love this stuff!
What do I do with my ✋ ✋, nice plane :)
Don't have to do much. Point the plane where you want to go, set the trim and fly hands off. Thanks for watching.
question: does this plane have a spot for like a backpack or a very small carry on, if so, where is it?
Yes. There are two baggage compartments. One is high behind the seats and within reach of the occupants. Pretty roomy too with a max about 50lbs. The second larger compartment is behind the fuel tank with access from the fuselage. 40lbs max for that one. Plenty of room for camping gear and such. The BushCat can haul a lot of stuff.
@@bushcattom thanks, ive been considering gettin one of these when i get older, and i love camping so i guess it all works out lol
I'm 6'5" so this looks really promising.
Excuse me while I look around the house for stuff to sell so I can afford it. 😆
My son in law is 6’7” and he fit just fine in the BushCat. If I’m not mistaken the BushCat has the roomiest cabin of all the LSAs. Thanks for watching
@@bushcattom good to know...was going to be my question. Only other STOL I've been watching that seems good for tall people is the CH750
@@Mongoswede Yes, but the Zenith is more narrow in the cockpit.
This is awesome, I wanna learn to fly on this plane so bad. I live 15 mins from Galt, do you know if it is available to train on there? I went on a discovery there in a 172 but want to start training. This plane looks absolutely incredible. Thanks!
YUP! 719BC ("Bob") is now available at the Flight School at Aerosport. Tell them Bushcat Tom sent you.
Reminds me of a Kit Fox.
Kitfoxes are great planes no doubt but there’s just something about these Bushcats that thrill me more. Thanks for watching.
@@bushcattom I have no doubt you are correct, but it still looks like a Kitfox to me.
Aaaaa no no
Whatever you do, do not say that word.
SA
Some people has egos
can you get it in camo colors?
mossy oak or realtree?
Not a good idea. You might not be able to find it where you left it. 🙂
@@bushcattom lol 😆
Are there toe brakes? On both sides? Thanks
Yes absolutely -- Toe brakes for both pilot and passenger.
@@bushcattom Thanks! The Kitfox seems omnipresent on UA-cam, but this plane seems to have more room, more useful load, easier build. ... Looking for the downside here. Excited to continue to watch the build
@@nathangreer8219 Yes, I looked into the Kitfox as well--for a full size person like myself at 225lb the useful load was not very useful. So far the only downside to the Bushcat is that I will still have to wait for mine until July.
@@nathangreer8219 its very very spacious inside and extremely comfortable with an arm rest that has the throttle at the front but there are a couple of cons well things i dont like.storage spot is a bit wanting you can't really fit much,the doors dont lift up with a arm like the kitfox you have hold it up while clammer out of it then take a bracing stick and click it into the door and on the trut a problem they can't seem to solve the past 16years,its also high off the ground so getting in and out if you are older could be a challenge,the trilam covering is not as durable as they say you might get 5 years but there might be people who have had it last longer.in very hot climates the fabric starts to dull and crack then eventually peel off but these are the things they don't tell you but good to know to make an informed decision.every aircraft has its issues
Who cares, you want to go, not stop.
Funny 😆
Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching
Why is there a strake under the rear of the nose wheel aircraft?
Exhaust stacks
Why not on the tail dragger? Exhaust stacks really? Right under the tail of the aircraft?
He must have mis read you're question. The stake is to add back directional stability which is lost by having the nose wheel (more keel area) ahead of the centre of lift.
Daisy Beagle I must have misunderstood. What exactly is the “strake” you’re referring to?
Sorry for not chiming in sooner. I think @Daisy means the old ventral fun. But this was indeed to assist in a little bit of the yaw. This however is no longer there, with the new empennage we now have a dorsal fun.
I'm 6'4".
How would I fit?
My son in law is 6’4”. He fit just fine.
Can you turn the Bushcat into a superstol airplane
It’s already pretty superstol. I’ve taken off in 150ft and landed nearly the same with no wind. A great STOL performer
Does the wings fold like the just aircraft?
No the wings do not fold. That said, it is possible to remove the wings for storage. A couple of hours of work. Thanks for watching.
Do you vendors in canada
If you’re asking if there is a BushCat dealer in Canada the answer is Yes!
@@bushcattom Thank You sorry for my previous spelling, do you have any link etc... More info for the Canadian dealers
Let's see what you can see during a turn...said the dude who learned in one of three Cherokee 180's owned by the Miami University Flying Club back in the early 1980's. Oh, and just How Wide is the distance between the Mains ? I thought so. And cross-wind landings in any high-winged plane are How Thrilling?
And Ground Effect in a High-Winged plane can be utilized how? Of course the B-Cat IS easier for this Geezer to clamber in and out of....
And the folks who distribute the Bushcat are super nice. And the price is incredibly low for what one gets.
Amen to that
As to the dual throttle, is it possible that a passage might inadvertently move the throttle given its position?
Sure. And then the pilot can move it right back. I always inform my passengers not to touch it.