Frame Sn.0 (our first conforming aircraft) is in welding and we expect to have it completed by the end of the month, we have had several delays here as the large aerodynamic tube at the base of the frame (that the gear attaches to) was no longer produced. This then required a redesign, approval, new tooling, and a new fabrication process. That part is now in housed and being welded. Sn. 1 frame components have been ordered and are expect at the end of the month (this is the first customer airplane).
Wings: We have 98% of the parts in stock, including new formed ribs, new spars, and leading edges. We are only waiting on drag/anti drag wires to start assembly of the first wing set.
Fuel Tank: New press just arrived to allow us to fabricate it here.
Fuselage components: Bushings and piece parts are on order or in stock
Gear: parts are on order; the axles were redesigned to allow adjustment of toe in/out. Brakes and Wheels are being provided by Grove.
Cowling: is pending redesign when engine arrives
Avionics and wiring: The new panel has been designed and prototyped; the electrical system has been simplified and lightened. The new electrical schematic is pending approval.
Standard Avionics and Systems will be:
Becker Com radio
Becker Transponder
JPI 930 Engine analyzer
G- Meter
Airspeed
Altimeter
Garmin Aera 500 series in a panel dock, 500 is standard with other available as options.
Engine: Lycoming AEIO-360 is due February 6.
New lightweight starter and alternators in stock
Prop is as Hartzell : HC-C2YR-4CF/FC7666A-2. This is the 74” diameter metal prop. – on order.
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