REBEL HOT - New release from Pirotti models - Wow!
#78
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Talking to Luca he explained to me that the model is composed of a new high quality sandwhich composite technology that makes it very light but still very strong. I was sceptical but upon lifting it and trying out some "fueslage pushes" it confirmed to be suprisingly strong yet light. The other thing I found very interesting was the Electron 30 size retract set, this is a new size for Electron but yet seems to be very high quality, strong, and light. Overall this little jet is a winner as presented, the challenge is to build it equally as light because the flight performance is excellent.
I ordered a Yellow Rebel Hot and production kit delivery starts (estimated) early November. There was A LOT of interest at the show and a couple of my friends ordered them too based on the look over at the stand and the excellent demo flight by Max and the other Pirotti demo team members.
Great job Mauro! Now enjoy some pictures...
#84
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Is EliteAerosports still in business? I've sent emails and never got a response back.
I think a Kingtech K70 (same size as the K45) would be a better option for grass field operation.
I think this is the best 'small size' sport jet option yet. Just have to figure out who I can buy it from.
I think a Kingtech K70 (same size as the K45) would be a better option for grass field operation.
I think this is the best 'small size' sport jet option yet. Just have to figure out who I can buy it from.
#85
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Is EliteAerosports still in business? I've sent emails and never got a response back.
I think a Kingtech K70 (same size as the K45) would be a better option for grass field operation.
I think this is the best 'small size' sport jet option yet. Just have to figure out who I can buy it from.
I think a Kingtech K70 (same size as the K45) would be a better option for grass field operation.
I think this is the best 'small size' sport jet option yet. Just have to figure out who I can buy it from.
As far as grass field ops are concerned, I think Geoff Grice posed it quite well when he was surprised at how well the plane did on a K-45 at Jet Power last weekend. Apparently the composite structure of the Rebel is lighter than the others in the marketplace and since I operate from asphalt I will be using a K-45...if its underpowered a K-70 is a drop in replacement though given they are the same size case, and since I own a K-45 already which is looking for a home, my options are moot at the outset!
Len
#86
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Thank you.
I had tried contacting Elite many months ago, well before the hurricanes...no responses.
I believe the JetCentral Bee SE (8kg thrust) is about the same size and weight as the K45G2, I was wondering if that would work for grass field operation (perhaps throttle limited, as I don't know if the thrust tube is OK for higher thrust levels)
Although Grumania would probably make a new tube if needed.
I have no issue with wire transfer...just need to know how to order this plane
I had tried contacting Elite many months ago, well before the hurricanes...no responses.
I believe the JetCentral Bee SE (8kg thrust) is about the same size and weight as the K45G2, I was wondering if that would work for grass field operation (perhaps throttle limited, as I don't know if the thrust tube is OK for higher thrust levels)
Although Grumania would probably make a new tube if needed.
I have no issue with wire transfer...just need to know how to order this plane
#90
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Guys I believe the Pirotti website is offline at the moment. I know Mauro does a lot of his communicating through Facebook Messenger. Thats the best way to reach him I think. If you don't use messenger and want his email address then send me a pm and I will send it to you. I don't want to post it on here because spam bots and hackers tend to trawl these sites looking for email addresses to annoy...
#91
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Guys I believe the Pirotti website is offline at the moment. I know Mauro does a lot of his communicating through Facebook Messenger. Thats the best way to reach him I think. If you don't use messenger and want his email address then send me a pm and I will send it to you. I don't want to post it on here because spam bots and hackers tend to trawl these sites looking for email addresses to annoy...
#92
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I emailed Mauro (thank you again Len) and he responded within a day, answering my questions and then sending a pro-forma invoice.
The only item I can't decide on is K45G2 vs K70G2
AFAIK, same size/weight, essentially same price, so why does KT even offer a choice?
I must be missing something, perhaps idle thrust (I don't see it listed on the KT website)? Perhaps reliability due to higher temps in the K70?
I know the plane does not need more than 6kg (the YT video shows 6 very nice flying minutes with a K45)
I fly off a 600' grass runway so maybe the extra thrust from a K70 (perhaps throttle limited to 6kg) would be nice on takeoff
However Mauro told me they fly off grass with a K45 with no issues
What an I missing on this?
Im inclined to go with the K45 as Mauro suggests, as he must know the plane better than anyonr
Thanks
The only item I can't decide on is K45G2 vs K70G2
AFAIK, same size/weight, essentially same price, so why does KT even offer a choice?
I must be missing something, perhaps idle thrust (I don't see it listed on the KT website)? Perhaps reliability due to higher temps in the K70?
I know the plane does not need more than 6kg (the YT video shows 6 very nice flying minutes with a K45)
I fly off a 600' grass runway so maybe the extra thrust from a K70 (perhaps throttle limited to 6kg) would be nice on takeoff
However Mauro told me they fly off grass with a K45 with no issues
What an I missing on this?
Im inclined to go with the K45 as Mauro suggests, as he must know the plane better than anyonr
Thanks
#93
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I emailed Mauro (thank you again Len) and he responded within a day, answering my questions and then sending a pro-forma invoice.
The only item I can't decide on is K45G2 vs K70G2
AFAIK, same size/weight, essentially same price, so why does KT even offer a choice?
I must be missing something, perhaps idle thrust (I don't see it listed on the KT website)? Perhaps reliability due to higher temps in the K70?
I know the plane does not need more than 6kg (the YT video shows 6 very nice flying minutes with a K45)
I fly off a 600' grass runway so maybe the extra thrust from a K70 (perhaps throttle limited to 6kg) would be nice on takeoff
However Mauro told me they fly off grass with a K45 with no issues
What an I missing on this?
Im inclined to go with the K45 as Mauro suggests, as he must know the plane better than anyonr
Thanks
The only item I can't decide on is K45G2 vs K70G2
AFAIK, same size/weight, essentially same price, so why does KT even offer a choice?
I must be missing something, perhaps idle thrust (I don't see it listed on the KT website)? Perhaps reliability due to higher temps in the K70?
I know the plane does not need more than 6kg (the YT video shows 6 very nice flying minutes with a K45)
I fly off a 600' grass runway so maybe the extra thrust from a K70 (perhaps throttle limited to 6kg) would be nice on takeoff
However Mauro told me they fly off grass with a K45 with no issues
What an I missing on this?
Im inclined to go with the K45 as Mauro suggests, as he must know the plane better than anyonr
Thanks
#96
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I just need to figure out how to do an international wire transfer ... never did that before; need to drive down to my local credit union and get some help.
Next spring can't come soon enough ! Cant' wait to see the plane (orange)
#97
Mauro recommended the K45 and stated that he flies the K45 off grass fields.
I just need to figure out how to do an international wire transfer ... never did that before; need to drive down to my local credit union and get some help.
Next spring can't come soon enough ! Cant' wait to see the plane (orange)
I just need to figure out how to do an international wire transfer ... never did that before; need to drive down to my local credit union and get some help.
Next spring can't come soon enough ! Cant' wait to see the plane (orange)
I'm looking at this airframe, comparing it to the ZN-line Wizard S for my Kolibri T50 setup. It does a true 54N installed and AUW approx 1kg lighter then with K45/K70. (As reference My Super Viper is 4kg + fuel) we'll see which one I end up flying...
#98
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If buying a new engine get the K70!!! They come with a feature that alters thrust down to virtually nothing just by moving your thumb(!) haha.... I se no point in the K45 unless you got one at home already.
I'm looking at this airframe, comparing it to the ZN-line Wizard S for my Kolibri T50 setup. It does a true 54N installed and AUW approx 1kg lighter then with K45/K70. (As reference My Super Viper is 4kg + fuel) we'll see which one I end up flying...
I'm looking at this airframe, comparing it to the ZN-line Wizard S for my Kolibri T50 setup. It does a true 54N installed and AUW approx 1kg lighter then with K45/K70. (As reference My Super Viper is 4kg + fuel) we'll see which one I end up flying...
I can only wish we get the Kolbri here in the states from a dealer.
#99
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we Fly both Mauro,s demo models we bought at Jetpower this year.
one has a K-70 the other a K-45.
both fly extremely good , as for gras operation i would suggest the K-70.
Fuel consumption is almost the same on both.
as for the Kolibri engines , it is lighter yes , but not needed the Rebel flyes well with the Kingtech.
the service from Kingtech is outstanding.
the Kolbris are nice , but once you have a issue your flying season is over.
if anyone needs the recomended throws , CG and Crow setup let me know will post them here.
we flew about 3 hours last week , and it toulk us a lot of flights to find the sweet spot with the CG and Throws and Differential.
now its flys like its on rails...
one has a K-70 the other a K-45.
both fly extremely good , as for gras operation i would suggest the K-70.
Fuel consumption is almost the same on both.
as for the Kolibri engines , it is lighter yes , but not needed the Rebel flyes well with the Kingtech.
the service from Kingtech is outstanding.
the Kolbris are nice , but once you have a issue your flying season is over.
if anyone needs the recomended throws , CG and Crow setup let me know will post them here.
we flew about 3 hours last week , and it toulk us a lot of flights to find the sweet spot with the CG and Throws and Differential.
now its flys like its on rails...