Phantom Ultralight Aircraft, Top rated ultralight aircraft of the early 1980's.

Phantom Ultralight Aircraft, Top rated ultralight aircraft of the early 1980's.
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The early 1980's, featured one of the fastest-growing segments of aviation,
That of ultralight aircraft!
Over 40 years have passed, with many of the aircraft introduced during this time, STILL safely flying today, and being offered for sale on the used ultralight market.
This series of short video clips, gives information on the Ultralight Flyer's recommendation for aircraft that we have flown, owned and or built.
All of these aircraft still have manufacturers producing parts, for their repair and continued airworthiness!
In this segment we will take a quick look at the Phantom Ultralight Aircraft.
When the Phantom was introduced to the ultralight market at Sun And Fun in 1982, it won the Best New Design award.
Not only for it's good looks and performance but for it's structural integrity!
It was touted as having been tested to Plus 9 and Minus 6.6 Gs!
The Phantom is a kit built from anodized aluminum tubing, bolted and riveted together. The wings, tail surfaces and ailerons are covered in dacron sail cloth envelopes.
The Phantom uses a double surfaced wing for better cross wind control and handling.
Original power was supplied by a Kawasaki four forty engine with a belt drive, this was updated to a Rotax four forty seven using a belt drive, and then a Rotax four forty seven with a gear drive.
The Phantom is a wire braced, high wing, tri-cycle gear ultralight aircraft in a tractor configuration, with a pilot pod and a steerable nosewheel.
Controls are standard stick and rudder with full span ailerons, The Phantom has a left hand throttle and right hand joystick.
Cruise speed on the Phantom ultralight is between 55 and 60 miles per hour.
Climb comes it at around 700 feet per minute, stall speed comes in at approximately 25 miles per hour.
If considering purchasing a used Phantom it is The Ultralight Flyer's recommendation that the plane's fabric, airframe, wings, landing gear, and control systems be thoroughly inspected.
If the history of the engine is unknown it is recommended that the exhaust be removed and the pistons inspected for wear and seizure.
At the time of production of this video The Ultralight Flyer would estimate the value of a used Phantom from the 1980's to be worth between 4500 and $6500.
The Ultralight Flyer also recommends that the buyer contact Phantom Aero at www.phantomaero.com to inquire about any modifications or updates that the factory might recommend.
It is our understanding that they can also supply some parts for the Hurricane and Avenger line of ultralight aircraft, which are very similar in design.

[@mosesmuhd7694]

What's the name of this aircraft

[@RickeyAnd]

It is a Phantom Ultralight that is mostly flown under the Sport Aircraft Category. It can still be registered as an ultralight if it meets the fuel and weight limits specified. I purchased on in 1991 and still have it today. I gathered over 450 hrs. on it until 2010. I'm restoring it now to get it back flying condition. It is registered as ELSA. I've flown and landed at Airventure in Oshkosh, Wisconsin over 18 times as a member of the now defuncted Fox Valley Flying Club. You can't go wrong owning one of these great aircraft.

[@KnightWolff]

@@RickeyAnd is it hard to fly for someone with no experience

[@ManojKumar-mi5qz]

@@RickeyAnd bro , what type of fabric is used in this aircraft ?