admin (Simon W) Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 As soon as it's with us I will use the aircraft W&B scales at the airfield (CAA Certified scales) My plan was to print off the weight label and stick it on somewhere. (not a requirement) just something I can do so will do SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diyan Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 16 minutes ago, admin (Simon W) said: As soon as it's with us I will use the aircraft W&B scales at the airfield (CAA Certified scales) My plan was to print off the weight label and stick it on somewhere. (not a requirement) just something I can do so will do SW So nice of you Mr, thanks loads in advance. Some photos as well please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquaddie Posted September 10, 2017 Author Share Posted September 10, 2017 9 hours ago, admin (Simon W) said: That's mine! hopefully with us soon. Simon Is the trike coming with a new motor or are you planning to use a school one, if so which one?? Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diyan Posted September 12, 2017 Share Posted September 12, 2017 A Moster 185 Plus would go nicely with it I think .. solo flying anyway. What say you, Simon? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquaddie Posted September 12, 2017 Author Share Posted September 12, 2017 3 hours ago, Diyan said: Moster 185 Plus Just happen to have one of thoughs babies and a V3 frame Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admin (Simon W) Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 On 9/10/2017 at 16:12, asquaddie said: Simon Is the trike coming with a new motor or are you planning to use a school one, if so which one?? Tony Yo dude, sorry for delayed reply... At the moment I am undecided between building an electric trike (inside a V3 frame) or fitting a V3 that I know I can buy cheep as the guy has not taken it of the box since buying it about 4 years ago!!!! lol It has the polini 190 in it, but given an option I would use the 185. SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diyan Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 9 hours ago, asquaddie said: Just happen to have one of thoughs babies and a V3 frame Well time to think about a trike then (: I'm sure that would be great fun and I will definitely give it a try in the future but for now I will enjoy foot launch while I still can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duskdawn Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Got mine last year. Before purchase repeated emails to PJ asking about length, width (with and without rear wheels), height and weight. Only reply I eventually got was that it was around 30kg. When I weighed it it was 40kg! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nik B Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 Hi Tony, have sent you a PM about the Falco. I'm looking at a trike at the moment and the Falco seems to be in the running. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatPux Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 On 9/10/2017 at 06:14, admin (Simon W) said: That's mine! hopefully with us soon. Some shaving was needed to the USA version, to bring it under the UK 70KG total. SW Simon, what news on this, have PJ managed to lighten the Falco? And presumably to get it completely within the 70kg rule the unladen airframe UNFUELLED will need to be 56kg wont it? Given it can take 14lts of fuel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatPux Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 (edited) With a V3 Moster 185 at 29kg that means the trike has got to come in at less than 27kg...........that sounds like a big ask Edited October 4, 2017 by PatPux Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan_k Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 4 hours ago, PatPux said: And presumably to get it completely within the 70kg rule the unladen airframe UNFUELLED will need to be 56kg wont it? Given it can take 14lts of fuel Fuel is lighter than water, so 14 litres of petrol is just under 10kg (exact weight dependent on temperature, approx specific density 0.71). So the target becomes 60kg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Stuart Walsh Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 Have you any more news on the sub-70Kg Falco. I've just found out that a trike builder, who was going to make me a custom trike for my V3, has decided he's not happy to modify his design, or my frame, for safety reasons, which I respect his honesty for. As my back is still recovering from my training course in Spain over 3 weeks ago, I realise that a trike is the only real option, but I want to stay legal, so the standard Falco is not under consideration. I tried a number of 'lighter' motor option on my course, but they aren't that much lighter that would make any difference. I'll be really miffed if I have to replace my V3 with another unit, so a lighter Falco would be great!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 Why not give Parajet a call: 01747 830575. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admin (Simon W) Posted May 27, 2018 Share Posted May 27, 2018 There are a few engines that you can put onto the Falco now and remain 'JUST' inside of the Sub 70kg requirement. Chat to Tom SW 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Stuart Walsh Posted May 27, 2018 Share Posted May 27, 2018 Thanks guys, will do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyB Posted May 27, 2018 Share Posted May 27, 2018 Have you tried a sub 20 Kg paramotor? I can barely walk, but still manage to foot launch with my Nitro. I have built a trike attachment for the Nitro...for when I can't walk any more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Stuart Walsh Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 (edited) Having chatted to Danny Kettle at PAP UK, we have come up with a plan. He's going to transfer my Thor 190 motor into a very low hours PAP chassis, with a new PAP Harness and reserve holder, supply one of his own build trikes to fit, and then I can sell the V3 Chassis with it's Dudek harness and empty reserve holder. I really like the Thor 190, and the electric start is brilliant, so I'm really pleased that is being retained. If anyone is interested in the V3 (supplied new in August 2016), I will be looking for £1600, and it will be available in about 2 weeks time. It has lime green swing arms. It has a few marks to the outer parts of the cage, but is in great condition otherwise, and the Dudek harness is L/XL, with little sign of wear. I will post pictures once it is stripped out. Edited June 7, 2018 by Dave Stuart Walsh added pictures Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 Love him or loathe him, but I think Dell Schanze does a light trike at 26lbs. I believe there is a UK importer but don't know any details for sure. Flat top paramotors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parawheelie Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 hi, i should collect my sub 70 new falco in the next couple of weeks - cant wait! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 21 minutes ago, Parawheelie said: hi, i should collect my sub 70 new falco in the next couple of weeks - cant wait! Great news. What weight did it finally come in at? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parawheelie Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 Good question? 1 hour ago, Guy said: Great news. What weight did it finally come in at? Good question Guy? Under 70 was enough for me, with the V3 and moster plus - will let you know when I get it home. The main saving is smaller frame tubing I believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 18 hours ago, Parawheelie said: Good question? Good question Guy? Under 70 was enough for me, with the V3 and moster plus - will let you know when I get it home. The main saving is smaller frame tubing I believe. I'd love to see a photo (or 2) of it. Having tried foot launch and now flying a trike I believe many more people could get in the air if they realized how much less physical and less stressful a set of wheels can make both the takeoff and the landing.........just not quite as adaptable to some ground conditions I fully accept. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nik B Posted June 25, 2018 Share Posted June 25, 2018 Hi all, Does anybody know how much the Falco will strip down for transporting about? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parawheelie Posted June 26, 2018 Share Posted June 26, 2018 Hopefully collect it this week ;) will post Pics and details soon 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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