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Christopher wrote: Tue Nov 21, 2023 9:28 am @Greg RS: re this...
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I suppose the attached hot-air balloon plays havoc with his G/S? Or is that the latest alternative to parachute-assistance for when they have engine failure...? Good pictures, Greg! :D
And you wouldn't believe what it does to the fuel consumption! :shock: :lol:
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From this angle you can see that the Flying Flea has no ailerons (the wing tilts instead), no elevators (that rear "wing" is fixed).
Also the wings fold so that the aircraft is tailorable. You can see the pins that hold the outer section of the wings in place.

Finally, whilst the flea does have pedals, these are connected only to the tail wheel and not the rudder and given that it is a tail dragger ..this can make landing ..interesting :). Rudder control is via the stick

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What engine in the Flying Flea @Bearcat ? :D
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Fransw wrote: Tue Jun 04, 2024 12:08 pm What engine in the Flying Flea @Bearcat ? :D
Rotax two stroke. Air Bear who was doing the flying will know the exact model
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