God had spared my life for a reason. Plans, UltraCruiser quantity. Burns only 2 gph; good range even with a 5-gallon fuel tank. He got his pilots license on February 20, 1960. Flying wing as cheap and simple option for basic fun flying. CALHOUN, Ga. - Authorities confirm that a small plane crashed at the Tom B. David Airport in Calhoun on Tuesday afternoon. Those keen on remaining within Part 103s low regulation environment can also consider Hummel Aviations CA-2 model. Reading about the Zodiac has me thinking. The UltraCruiser Plus still uses the 37-hp Half VW engine but you can carry more fuel in its 8- to 10-gallon tank. In 2003, the Ultracruiser plus was modified to incorporate new changes that made the aircraft easier to build, and more closely match the rest of the Hummel Fleet. Morry test flew a Volksplane in the summer of 1985 and the fuel pump quit. He located and maneuvered for a forced landing to a field, but allowed the airplane to slow too much, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. God had spared my life for a reason. "It sounded like two automobiles running into one another at 50 miles per hour," Porter described the crash. The crash occurred during the 3rd circuit. The FAA inspector also noted that the airplane had accumulated 3.8 hours of total flight time as part of its initial Phase I operating limitations for an amateur-built aircraft. The production facilities have been movedfrom Ohio to Michigan. A spokesman for Pasco Fire Rescue says the crash happened on Paddock Lane near Simmons Road on Monday around 2:30 p.m. Deputies say the pilot reported that he lost power while attempting the land the aircraft and ended up crashing it into a tree. Hours . 11,795 views Mar 23, 2019 334 Dislike Share Save Dennis Brooks 1.8K subscribers Well I have as today 1500 hours in my little Hummel Ultra. My teeth were wired shut for 10 weeks and I was fed through a tube in my stomach. My faith has opened so many doors over the years. Info on Morry's 1/2 VW Conversions: Casler Telephone: 419-335-2147 Info packs for engines are $2. They were instrumental in taking the small operation I purchased from Morry and getting it organized into what it is today. Hummel Ultracruiser Rebuild part 1 4,723 views Jan 6, 2021 82 Dislike Share Lewis N. Clark 596 subscribers A walk-around of my recently acquired Hummel Ultracruiser Ultralight airplane. The UltraCruiser is designed for. Good crosswind capability. After he sold several kits, he sold his plane and the dealership. Three years after my accident, I started building the UltraCruiser. Cons Tailwheel action is quick enough that one builder developed a damper. 0:00 / 2:09 1500 hours in HUMMEL ULTRA CRUISER!!! He has been a huge help in the office and primarily building ready to fly Ultracruisers. The first thing you need is a snow-covered hill. Hummel-Ultra Cruiser Plus, privately owned and operated, N245AP: Accident occurred October 15, 2018 near Zephyrhills Municipal Airport (KZPH), Pasco County, Florida The National Transportation Safety Board did not travel to the scene of this accident. Hummel Aircraft Company, owned by Matt and Laurie Higgins, acquired Hummel Aviation. Landing touchdown is very easy due to potent ground effect. Pros Four-stroke power is worth giving up systems to some pilots. He started selling plans shortly after that. It is still one of the only all metal part 103 ultralights in the world. We are excited to see how far Hummel can go and cant wait to see everyone at OshKosh 2021 (booth 946 in Ultralight Area). If you would like to sell something on this page, please, - 37 H.P. Metal also lasts a long time and we know a lot about aluminum so watching it over its life span is fairly straightforward. [1] [2] Contents 1 Design and development A larger instrument panel can accommodate more gauges and you can install the full canopy for colder climate flying. The UltraCruisers tailwheel lifts quickly and ground run was short. The aircraft was on its nose, partially in a tree, with one of the wings completely crumpled. Is the UltraCruiser Plus the new H5 mentioned in the article? I've not read anything particularly bad about the Hummel designs, just curious as Ive been leaning toward purchase of a set of H-5 plans. Read more below, or look at buying a kit on our store page! I once considered a Zodiac as my first kit plane. Contact below for more information. Steve has been with Hummel nearly as long as I have. Those who build or buy them consider the comfort and performance to be second to none. Recently completed with 3 hours of test flight. The plane was destroyed by fire after it crashed, Bergen said. 16288 County Road D Bryan, OH 43506 Phone: (419) 636-6700 Email: Sales@flyhummel.com. I'll be. Engine access comes only after removing cowl. He flew his Mini-Max to Osh Kosh in 1988 and 1994. . But there is no way we would be where we are without some really great people. Since the design does not use flaps (in an effort to keep weight down), slipping is useful. PA. Oct 23, 2009. The pilot was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. The NTSB Medical Factual Report also noted that amlodipine is a blood pressure medication marketed under the brand name Norvasc and that valsartan is a blood pressure medication marketed under the brand name Diovan. What do you think about a homebuilt designed Ercoupe? Jack dubbed Morrys new creation the Hummel Birdand the name stuck. The aircraft has a standard empty weight of 249lb (113kg). Addresses the questions: Will a buyer get what he/she expects to buy, and did the designer/builder achieve the chosen goal?. I wrote an article in my blog about it years ago: The Writings of Jon: Aviation: The Hummel Bird, Morry's Gift from God L lake_harley Well-Known Member Supporting Member Joined Jan 4, 2007 Messages 1,022 Doug Stuckey has worked in the shop, part time for the last 8 years or so. Ran well. The larger UltraCruiser Plus has been totally redrawn and provides much more detail than the earlier model, says Terry Hallett. No flaps to permit low and slow over-the-field flying. Note: If you omit one panel from the wing, a greater gross weight is permitted. One builder indicated that he invested $3,750 in a VW engine conversion, close to $3,000 in materials, and a year of his time (and the latter reflects some prior experience at building). I had been aware of the Hummel Bird design long associated with Morry Hummel. Witnesses reported that when the airplane took off, the engine sounds, ground roll, and departure were all normal. Then, about 300 feet above the ground, the airplane began a slow roll to the right (the airport traffic pattern was to the left), reaching about 90 degrees of bank and 60 degrees of nose-down pitch when it descended into trees. A Tampa pilot is recovering after the plane he built by hand crashed into a Zephyrhills cow pasture. He was bruised all over but he was still coherent and able to talk to us.. He climbed to 2,000 feet msl, and while flying at that altitude with the engine rpm at 3,400, the mixture control full rich, and the auxiliary fuel pump on, the engine sputtered then experienced a total loss of powerquit . Is Florida getting another Buc-ees location? It offers more cabin space and more foot room at the rudder controls. In 2008, the new H5 configuration was complete and plans and kit sales started immediately. Kate passed away in 1989 after suffering a stroke. Taxi visibility; Steering; Turn radius; Shock absorption; Stance/Stability; Braking. No preexisting mechanical anomalies were found that would have precluded normal operation. NTSB investigators may not have traveled in support of this investigation and used data provided by various sources to prepare this aircraft accident report. In addition, the pilot's wife reported that he was using amlodipine and valsartan daily to treat high blood pressure and that the pilot had recently complained of episodes of dizziness. Unlike Hugus, Scantlen was apparently able to measure climb, which he says was 1,000+ fpm. Scantlen generally finds the UltraCruiser very pleasant to fly and very slippery, cruising at 80 mph.. For detailed history of the UltraCruiser, please view our About page. He first became interested in aviation when he was in the 7th grade, at which time he began building award winning model airplanes. The 76-year-old pilot had no recent Federal Aviation Administration medical examinations, but none were required as he was operating the airplane as a sport pilot. No word yet on what caused the plane's engine to cut off. Youll have to judge for yourself if hand-propping is acceptable to you. Fly Hummel. - Vertex Standard Radio with PTT switch also included. The companys demonstration aircraft is located at the Livingston County Airport in Howell, Michigan. distribution: As always, left click on most photos to see larger photo. Matt and I have spent the better part of two years improving the products and services which Morry Hummel brought to life. He is in good, spirits though Fortunately for such exercises, good roll authority is maintained down to stall. I have had my eyes on the Hummel a/c for a while now as well, especially the new H-5. "I'm just glad he's not hurt any worse than he is," Porter said, noting he has seen less-damaging plane crashes that still proved to be fatal. The FAA allows for aircraft meeting certain weight, fuel, and airspeed requirements to be flown under Part 103 of the Federal, Regulations (FAR). #1. Hours. I found no tendency for the UltraCruiser to drop a wing at stall, another desirable characteristic. It lacks the big engine sound of more potent powerplants, but its audibly different than any 2-stroke. Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General Aviation - Personal. Matt and I have spent the better part of two years improving the products and services which Morry Hummel brought to life. A spokesperson with Pasco Fire Rescue says the NTSB has been notified. VW Engine built by Scott Cassler, Completed Plans-Built Part 103 Compliant Ultracruiser, - Cassler 32 HP 1/2 VW (with 2 hours of engine time). This resulted in several pages being added to the plans and a positive response from builders. I However, I cannot verify the very slow touchdown speed he reports and Im aware most gauges are not accurate at such low speeds. received the following report on the pilot, "His wrist was pretty bad A lot of the effort is in the ribs because of their truss construction, he adds. The brakes are differential to allow tighter maneuvering and are actuated via heel brakes. Excellent visibility throughout landing approach. Personal attacks and hate speech directed at the NTSB investigators, FAA investigators, Designated Pilot Examiners, Kathryn, as well as other members of the aviation blog, are unacceptable because they are not constructive. The overall control experience was satisfying. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed extensive impact-related fire damage. I was pleasantly surprised at the acceleration. The Hummel Bird is an experimental/amateur built aircraft designed by Morry Hummel and produced by Hummel Aviation of Byran, Ohio, United States. Though the tailwheel lifts quickly and easily, I found that the UltraCruiser showed no tendency to overlift the tail. Its designer, Morry Hummel, was not a young engineer with a passion for flying ultralights. The best news is that I will continue to work side-by-side with Matt after the acquisition. Share on facebook. The 37-hp UltraCruiser, as tested, possesses the light feel of a genuine ultralight. Cons No flaps or in-flight trim can be accommodated if UltraCruiser is to remain within Part 103. Differential brakes were easy to operate. Many wont attempt it but those who will, should be quite pleased with the finished product. Includes complete Tail, Outerwing(s), Controls and Finish kits. July 9, 1995 was a day that changed Morry and Myras life forever. He made these options available for his kits. The Hummel Ultracruiser (also variously called the Ultra Cruiser and UltraCruiser) is an American amateur-built aircraft, designed by Morry Hummel and produced by Hummel Aviation. Microscopic evaluation of the heart was not conducted. (Note: Some items are supplied by companies other than Hummel Aviation and the addition of some items will disqualify the UltraCruiser from Part 103 participation.). It was a Hummel UltraCruiser that he'd finished in only five months and 11 days. Two hours on Hobbs for engine run-up and initial test flight. Jacobs adds, Cruise speed [is] very good and stall very low. He likes the quick response and adequate power of the ailerons. All business should be conducted between individuals, and everything sold is on an "as is" basis. The UltraCruiser, which flies slower, is not as quick in roll but was certainly responsive. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The pilot of a single-engine experimental plane lost power and attempted to land, deputies said. Your email address will not be published. He married Kate in 1938 and they had two children. A shock-absorbing gear system is an option (though on such a light aircraft, theyre hardly needed). According to a responding Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector, witnesses reported that the airplane took off from runway 17 with engine sounds, ground roll and departure all "normal." Federal Aviation Administration spokeswoman Kathleen Bergen says the amateur-built aircraft crashed in the woods after departing from the Tom B. David airport in Calhoun at about 2 p.m. Tuesday. Pros Many pilots believe safety is enhanced when the engine is in front of the pilot. Toxicology was positive for blood pressure medications that, by themselves, should not have degraded the pilots ability to safely operate the airplane but with other factors, could have resulted in low blood pressure, dizziness, or even unconsciousness. Fly Hummel. If you want the full canopy, shock-absorbing gear and other options, youll creep over the limits of Part 103 and must then N-number your aircraft. Kate passed away in 1989 after suffering a stroke. A spokesman for Pasco Fire Rescue says the crash happened on Paddock Lane near Simmons Road on Monday around 2:30 p.m. Deputies say the pilot reported that he lost power while attempting the land the aircraft and ended up crashing it into a tree. Anyone interested in having their aircraft featured on the website or at Oshkosh, please contact us via Hummel Aviation phone or email.I have really enjoyed meeting so many people through this business. Unfortunately he forgot to go Steering is via a foot bar, that is, a solid bar that pivots much like that go-cart you made as a kid. Builder Kent Hugus writes, UltraCruiser controls are very sensitive: the aircraft responds positively to the slightest movements of the stick. However, he believes the rudder is too small and its response sluggish. Though these engines lack the favorable power-to-weight ratio of 2-strokes, 4-stroke engines hold large appeal among many pilots. $18,000. [1][3][4], The Ultracruiser features a cantilever low-wing, a single-seat open, or optionally enclosed, cockpit that is 23.5in (60cm) wide, fixed conventional landing gear, or optionally tricycle landing gear and a single engine in tractor configuration. In such tight-quarters flying I make nearly continuous throttle adjustments and the vernier control worked against this, at least when combined with the engines slower response (compared to a 2-cycle engine). No 2-seat models are available or planned. . If your strands are in serious need of hydration, conditioning and repair, Fable & Manes hair masks, oils and scrubs are excellent. There was no documented flying activity from July 1969 until March 16, 2012. Hugus also reports that another UltraCruiser builder, Jack Roberts, designed a spring-loaded cartridge for the tailwheel steering arm, which damps the tailwheel response. When I get an idea and just takeoff, Steve is the guy that reins me in and sets a better pace. Im just glad hes not hurt any worse than he is, Porter said, noting he has seen less-damaging plane crashes that still proved to be fatal. Ace out to Oshkosh. A Tampa pilot is recovering after the plane he built by hand crashed into a Zephyrhills cow pasture. I try to avoid it now, though Ill accept such a start from someone who doesnt mind the threat. The UltraCruiser was born under rather unusual circumstances. On October 15, 2018, about 1416 eastern daylight time, a privately owned and operated experimental, amateur-built Hummel-Ultra Cruiser Plus, N245AP, collided with trees near Zephyrhills, Florida. Some builders will yearn for more panel space for goodies. Pasco Fire Rescue says no one else was on board. And above all, I thank God for it all. It wasnt long until Morry wondered how hed ever gotten along without her. Not the least of which was my first meeting with Morry and Myra Hummel. Complete, Ready to fly UltraCruiser. If you are larger than that, the H5 would be a better choice. I agree with Hugus on another point. Usable on Hummel Aircraft Company designs. The Ultracruiser Classicwas designed to use a 1/2 Volkswagen. According to the FAA inspector, the airplane's initial impact point was in a tree, about 50 feet above the ground, in the vicinity of 34 degrees, 27.03 minutes north latitude, 084 degrees, 55.83 minutes west longitude. And above all, I thank God for it all. Rare as that is in ultralights, aluminum is an excellent way to keep the weight low.
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