80mm, P.C.D. Your link has been automatically embedded. We have excellent design capability skills available in metal or composites. The Rotax 912 series is well regarded for its reliability and efficiency and is primarily targeted as . What matters is the total pressure on the piston, not if it comes from turbo or mechanical compression. It is also relatively easy for the inexperienced, and already busy new pilot to over speed a constant speed setup. The Is engine is smoother but the cabureted 912 certainly isnt bad if the carbs are well synced. So I'm about to buy a pipistrel virus SW and was wondering if the 912iS is a better option over the 912ULS in the general community's opinion. Why? Originally equipped with carburetors, later versions are fuel injected. The 912iS with the sport upgradesips fuel (<3.5 gph), and maintains at least 110 KIAS through 12,000 MSL. I found the engine to fly flawlessly in my experience and powerfully! By using our website, you agree that we can place these types of cookies on your device. In comparison to the 80 HP version of the Rotax 912 series the 100 HP product line offers more power while keeping the weight. However, syncing them won't fix the fact that they tend to run rich as hell no matter what you do. This is a surprisingly common accident factor in floatplanes in particular for whatever reason. January 1, 2018 in Engine/Rotax. Rotax 912 S/ULS. Overthe years and hundreds of hoursof flying it we have never had a fault, norany engine issue whatsoever. Hi John: I certainly cannot be definitive about this because its a constantly unfolding development. The highly reliable and efficient entry-level motor for light aviation aircraft manufacturers. As a result, my posts to this website may be out of date order but the good news I have lots to report. I like the technical details. Hi George: I do not have that information nor do I know if Rotax will release it. You do not have permissions to reply to this topic. In my opinion as an engineer the supercharger is safer and for that reason even with the parasitic power draw. This decision can be reversed. Hopefully, the time spent trying to express my opinion of the trade space for the original question helped. Thanks again, love all the interviews and flight videos. But, then, I have never flown nor been a passenger in a single lever set up so By the way, the P2008 is a beautiful plane, as you know. List ByDanJohnson.com all LSA Services each one verified to have the airplane or expertise you seek. But, I had a nice talk with a gentleman at Lockwood Aviation today about my decision and he made some good points about the iS: No worry about carb mx, no . Flight Design's base price on the 912 iS version of the airplane is $152,500 versus $139,800 for a comparably equipped 912 ULS CTLS. And I have two customers who now have the 912 iS (neither have needed work on their engine yet). Belvoir Media Group, LLC. By using our website, you agree that we can place these types of cookies on your device. Rotax 912iS versus the 914 Turbo - Which One. [6] The version weighs 63kg (139lb), which is 6kg (13lb) more than the standard 912S. It got me thinking - The 912iS is Fuel Injected, the 914 is turbocharged but is back to dual carbs. This engine series offers a time between overhauls of 2,000 hrs and the best power to weight ratio in its class - no surprise that this engine is the best selling 4-stroke engine. * leaded, unleaded, AVGAS 100LL, Ethanol 10** max. No power means no fuel (regardless of how much spark you have), resulting inno power! Notify me of follow-up comments by email. We are going to have to The following are what I have discovered: 1. Many of the early installs didnt have this, mine didnt so we immediately added it and this is likely why we have had zero faults. I have a 912iS with 230 hrs. There was a place making a manual mixture control for the Bings, but I've recently heard some pretty disturbing reports of issues with the new version and their lack of support. 2023 Leading Edge Air Foils, LLC. Most comparison was done in a Tecnam P92 Echo Classic. by Warmi Mon Feb 20, 2017 6:15 pm, Post As you can see in the contrasting Stock Box images, we saw as low as 2.8 gallons per hour resulting, of course, in lower speed flight. If the one for the engine fails it automatically switches to the other stator. The 914 is a mature design but the turbo can be additional maintenance if a few basic care rules are not followed. My best friend has one in his Europa. Perfected 4-stroke engine with full take-off power and engine management system. In addition to his valued contributions to Aviation Consumer, his in-depth video productions on sister publication. Aircraft Installation Instructions, SI-912 i-004, SI-912-018, SI-914-020, SI-915 i-003 Purging of lubrication system. (You must log in or sign up to reply here. All three Rotax engines are offered by Tecnam because we believe they are all good viable choices. any and all info you can provide would be golden. The highly reliable and efficient entry-level motor for light aviation aircraft manufacturers. We use continuously and can cruise near 200mph. I used to synch the carbs on motorcycles myself and found it easy. To get below 3 gph, a surprisingly low consumption rate, speed dropped below100 knots true or 85 indicated. Ive been flying a P2008 with the 912iS for over 3 1/2 years out of CA, in the mountains. 40 inches manifold or 115% power as Rotax calls it is limited to 5 minutes. by jetcat3 Sun Feb 26, 2017 2:01 pm, Post For manufacturers, the issueis cost, the advertised price goes up about 20K for the injected engine. Without providing much detail, Rotax said the 912 iS is also capable Lambda 1.3 or lean-of-peak operation. Would love to see some pics of your install. I live at 5,000 feet altitude, so a turbocharger is a must. When single lever constant speed (CS)props become available, hopefully late this year, only the iS engines will be eligible sincetheyarefull fadec engines,that means only the 912iSor 915iS. Now a few years after the 912iS was released, it has become a well refined engine, IF it is installed according to Rotaxs manual and instructions. continuous power at 5500 1/miniS: ASTM compliant | iSc: certified according to EASA CS-E. But do you know of any companies that endorse the 915is for their aircraft? or simplicity? That being said, my next personal aircraft WILL have a 912 iS engine and I will buy the BUDS Level 2 service kit. I have two Aircraft one with a ULS (100 hr) one with an IS 420 hr. The 915iS fuel injected, turbocharged, and intercooled engine can produce 141 horsepower for five minutes, then sustain 135 horsepower indefinitely. [3], The 912 is more fuel efficient and lighter than comparable older engines, e.g., Continental O-200, but originally had a shorter time between overhaul (TBO). To receive critical-to-safety information on your ROTAX Engine, please subscribe toROTAX-OWNER.COM. The manual adds that non-compliance with such warnings could lead to serious injury or death.[10]. Use spaces to separate tags. The electronic fuel injected Rotax 912iS is a recent development. You have allowed cookies to be placed on your computer. Gas vs. Diesel Rotaxs tests validate a trend thats been apparent in the automotive industry for two decades. It was still powerful. Entering the Market Marc indicated that 200 915iS engines have been delivered into the Rotax network including distributors around the globe. by MrMorden Mon Feb 27, 2017 8:09 am, Post In my opinion, this is not a simple decision. Thanks. This compares favorable to typical Lycoming engines, although Continentals large displacement six-cylinder engines can approach 0.39 BSFC when running lean of peak. An Astore with 912iS and a P2008 with the 914 :-). Marc Becker summarized, The 915iS is about 12 kilos (26 pounds) more for the engine only; 40-50 more pounds when installed and about 3,000 ($3,750 at todays exchange rates) more than the 914. It is significantly more than the 912iS, as you should expect for an engine with substantially more power and the ability to use that power up to higher altitudes. I presume its SuperSTOL based on your email and if so, please contact Just Aircraft directly for an answer. To receive critical-to-safety information on your ROTAX Engine, please subscribe toROTAX-OWNER.COM. [3] The original 80hp (60kW) 912 UL engine has a capacity of 1,211cc (73.9cuin) and a compression ratio of 9.1:1. by 3Dreaming Sun Feb 26, 2017 10:35 pm, Post A turbocharged variant rated at 115hp (86kW), the Rotax 914, was introduced in 1996. We expect the 912 iS overhaul costs to be higher than the ULS, but we dont yet know how much higher. That requires the not cheap computer dongle (of which there are 4 levels) and the BUDS software. The 912ULS has a single stator with 2 poles that are used for the ignition. I would prefer the 914 if I was you. I heard a rumor at OSH that Rotax has a 6 cylinder development project with 200+ hp. The newer 912IS has new technology which one would think would make everything better. We have been conned into the cheap bolt on turbo extra power. Rotax-Owner.com - 912ULS Vs. 912iS Warm Up Time Subscribe Login Forum Videos Training Support / Bulletins Blog CLASSIFIEDS FLIGHTSAFETY ROTAX NEWS Top Rotax-Owner.com This website uses cookies to manage authentication, navigation, and other functions. Best speed for the 912i is at 7,500'DA Best speed for the 914 is prolly 16,000'. by jetcat3 Sun Feb 26, 2017 9:21 pm, Post The test data showed that in full-throttle climbs between near sea level and up to 10,000 feet, the 912 iS burned between 8 and 16 percent less than the ULS. [1] Originally available only for light sport aircraft, ultralight aircraft, autogyros and drones, the 912-series engine was approved for certified aircraft in 1995.[2]. We leave passenger aircraft to other magazines or websites. Yes, only Aerotrek can advise about the 915 availability. Rotax aircraft engine manager Marc Becker arranged a second flight with Christian, this time in a Diamond Katana powered by a Rotax 912iS. 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A key reason this is possible is because of liquid cooling versus my older experience in air-cooled legacy engines, for example, in a Cessna 182 Skylane. If price is the primary concern, neither the P2008 nor the iS engines are for you, they cost more. Dan, thank you. continuous power at 5500 1/min*** MOGAS, no hydraulic governor. Lets do the same thing for increased weight, complex, and night. It features liquid-cooled cylinder heads and air-cooled cylinders. On top of that directed to try another runway (first time at this location). I've yet to dig through the manual, guys, but I think Andy nailed it. The non-certified 912 iS targets the light sport and homebuilt aircraft market and 912 iSc will be certified. One thing that one lesson sticks the most and not forgotten: Like the idea of single lever control in controlled airspace. Plan on attending the Annual Sport Pilot Expo. While from different manufacturers the two airframes I tested were more alike than different. The 912ULS is a well proven engine at a low price. After trying to get my bearings with ATC, I landed uneventfully. Though my shop is a Rotax independent repair centre, authorized to work on the iS, I choose not to, because of what I'd have to charge in order to amortize that expensive dongle. Climbs to 12,000 will have a night and day difference as well. Dry sump forced lubrication with separate oil tank, automatic adjustment by hydraulic valve tappet. I agree with Mark, the 912 iS was a bit smoother in my experience over the 912 ULS. In a four-cylinder, high-RPM geared engine, that sounded like an overpromise. The 912 iS ECU is programmed to run in eco mode at 77 percent power or less, at which point the engine will operate at what European engineers know as Lambda 1, or a stoichiometric air-to-fuel ratio of 14 to 1. Best of both worlds, fuel injected and turbo! I have full confidence Rotax will get it 100% but as of today I'm still more comfortable behind the carb engines. In terms of power, our 912iSc sport engined P2008climbs out of Mammoth Lakes on a 90 degree day, with full tanks, two on board, one bag,at 1000fpm at 80KIAS. According to the Rotax test data, the 912 ULS burned an average of 4.65 GPH in the test profile, while the 912 ULS burned 3.25 GPH for the equivalent power output, an efficiency improvement of 30.1 percent. But more air is added in the combustion chamber He also explained that (perhaps surprisingly to some readers) the 915iS compression ratio is lower to allow for the turbo boost. Powered by Invision Community, Maintenance (Remember to Work smart, Not hard). The 80hp (60kW) versions are sufficient to power the new generation of efficient motorgliders, such as the Pipistrel Sinus and the Urban Air Lambada. Michael is the key man behind the Aerotech/Rotax/Searey/MT Prop project to develop and refine a single lever control for light aircraft (see our video explaining this, or read our article). The UL Power has fuel injection 3. 912iS. Many years ago flying a 182 into Townsville combined military civilian airport aircraft everywhere more radio chat than a wireless. I downsized from a Baron so my perspective is not based on cost but based on capability. I believe it had been started but had a very weak battery. Overall both the Astore and P2008 are just physically largerthan otherLSAs so there is not a lot of difference. One difference from prior experience was the Stock Box instrument (more formally, Stock Flight Systems Engine Monitoring Unit or EMU) developed by Michael Stock incollaboration with Rotax. 75mm, P.C.D. I would buy another 912iS if I were to build another A/C. Naturally, he is also intimate with the 915iS. Rotax engine experts felt most of this is attributable to software and the same code can also be applied to the 912iS. by FastEddieB Mon Feb 27, 2017 7:35 am, Post Facts . Just SuperSTOL coming along ok working out 915 problems. by FastEddieB Mon Feb 27, 2017 8:36 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, Constructive topics of interest related to aviation that do not match the other section descriptions below (as long as it is somewhat related to aviation, flying, learning to fly, sport pilot, light sport aircraft, etc.). The 912is is the first full fadec aviation engine with auto lean of peak and it has been a challenge. Thank you so much. The lightest engine in the Rotax aircraft engine portfolio. As yourself this question.. According to www.airnav.com, mogas averages about $4.68 as of June 2013. Earlier this year, Rotax. . [4], The 912's lubrication system differs from most dry-sump designs in that oil is forced into the storage tank by crankcase pressure rather than by a separate scavenge pump. Also, avgas is incompatible with the recommended synthetic oil which cannot hold lead in suspension; consequently, the use of leaded fuel mandates additional maintenance.[3]. If Mitters test data is confirmed by real-world results, they may well be proven right. Hey thinking about a 915 on a superstol. That smooth power is such an upgrade that it becomes a different class of airplane, especially out west where that power is needed and useful for high percentage of flights. Flying Sting S4 ( N184WA ) out of Illinois. I like the 914 because it is smoother, quieter and substantially more powerful! After a 4-month break, we are back at it. Our expectation is to have 400 engines out in the fieldby year end, Marc added. Would end the argument. Aircraft ; Technical details . The iS engine is very nice, but it's $3000 more than the ULS (current CPS pricing) and weights ~22lb more. Acknowledged that and hit the throttle. Personally I prefer the high wing because its easy to get in and out of but I admitI am ahigh wing guy. The new Sport Pilot rule makes flying affordable! This decision can be reversed. Learn how your comment data is processed. The lightest engine in the Rotax aircraft engine portfolio. The 912 iS is approved for 91 AKI mogas, but in equipping the engine with future knock-sensing capability, Rotax seems to be anticipating approvals for lower-octane fuels. Required fields are marked *. I've been reluctant to recommend or invest in the 912 iS due to two things. Just want to better understand Pros and Cons of the 912iS vs. the 912ULS. [5] In addition to the lower fuel consumption, the 912 is certified to run on automotive fuel (mogas), further reducing running costs, especially in areas where leaded avgas is not readily available. It does come with a few costs, as did the 912iS fuel injected engine compared to the 912ULS carbureted engine. New FI.R.M. You're gonna pay for the little bit of power and economy over the 912ULS. Impressive but no more horsepower than the ULS and likely less in many conditions. Its expensive but in this case you get what you pay for and given the comfort, performance and reliability, its well worth it for us. 4 inches also can be fitted with an adaptor, drive and governor for a constant speed propeller. 80mm, P.C.D. I hope you enjoy! By using our website, you agree that we can place these types of cookies on your device. In power mode, it runs at about Lambda 0.8 or 0.9. The short TBO and lack of certification for use in factory-built type certificated aircraft initially restricted its worldwide market potential. which has a control box. Much better and cheaper than MT prop. Thanks for reading and watching! Think about it, it means a ~60% cruise power increase! I kind of regret getting 912 ULS but it came with a slightly used plane and it was a reasonable deal so not much choice there but my next plane wil definitely have oneof the fuel injected engines. I am torn between the 912ULS and 912iS. Reconsider Cookies [I] am planning to add an Airmaster electric prop. 912 UL / A / F 80 HP. The injected engines have/require among other things metal fuel lines, high pressure filters, and providesubstantially more electrical power along with over 27 engine sensors and dual redundant Engine Control Units (ECU). and ROTAX factory in Gunskirchen, Austria. The 912ULS is a well proven engine at a low price. *** I didnt notice the 915iS was more smooth than the 912iS I flew later that day, but it was certainly a smooth-running engine. Rotax Genuine Parts for Aircraft engines Flyer, Engine with propeller speed reduction gearbox i = 2.43 with overload clutch, Four-stroke piston engine with four liquid and air-cooled cylinders, Dry sump forced lubrication with separate oil tank, automatic adjustment by hydraulic valve tappet, Four-stroke piston engine with four liquid- and air-cooled cylinders, Redundant electronic fuel injection and ignition, eco mode, EMS and propeller speed reduction gearbox, The lightest engine in the Rotax aircraft engine portfolio. Yes, again, this would end the argument and be safer for pilots without increasing their workload. Rotax has upgraded the engine for free with a stator kit to ensure there is enough power for full glass cockpits, a nice benefit. 2. Electronically-controlled fuel injection is the greatest difference between these two engines, and it is a considerable one. I have seen some scary holes burned throughfancy tight cowls. Just curious. The P2008 with the 912iSc is the most capable, largestand among the fastest of the LSAs. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Sign up Top Rotax-Owner.com Its far cheaper to get a carbd engine, without ECUs or an EMU,but having both, I will never go back. Great article! The 912iS has 2 stators one dedicated to engine operation and one to provide electrical power for the airplane. ROTALK NEWS Episode4ROTAX's 915iS-powered Aquila A211 test aircraft, the Scheibe SF-25C Falke (first-ever 912-equipped aircraft!) Nothing like a 40% boost in power to launch an aircraft into the sky. Thanks! Stress is actually a little less therefore with the turbo engine, he said. Lubrication is dry sump, and fuelling is via dual CV carburetors or fully redundant electronic fuel injection. [Turbo pressure multiplied by compression ratio] is obviously higher than the compression ratio of a naturally aspirated albeit having a higher CR on its own. Definitely much better than when it was first released though. industrial art! You can post now and register later. About 20 different airframes are flying today.Some 46 different manufacturers are working to prepare the new powerplant. Glad you liked the article. The Rotax 912 is a horizontally-opposed four-cylinder, naturally aspirated, four-stroke aircraft engine with a reduction gearbox. We also are interested in engine overhaul specialty center with state of art facility available for immediate. 2 cents worth from an owner, Id say buy the 912iS or wait until the 915 is available, avoid the old tech dual carbd engines regardless of cost. ROTALK NEWS Episode 5Rotax-powered Sling aircraft from The Aircraft Factory, the AVMAP Navigation and engine monitoring system, and the Rotax powered Tucano Experimental and Light-Sport Aircraft. Please update your cookie preferences to see this video. Boththe P2008 and the Astoreare great planesjust like the Flight Design and because I like one better doesn't meanothers will. The ICON A5 uses the Rotax 912 iS engine, which is slightly different than the 912 ULS powerplant often found in other Light Sport aircraft. The 914's performance only gets better and better up high and the 912 falls off normally. occupation. How fast do you want to go?. Yours is a good request so if its not available, Ill contact the company. flyrotax 4.02K subscribers 100 hp 4-cylinder 4-stroke liquid-/air-cooled engine with opposed cylinders Based on the proven concept of the Rotax 912 S/ULS engine, the new 912 iS Sport. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Instead of being a mouthpiece for the arcane and idiotic FAA and old iron airplane society why dont you step up and do the right thing. However, yes, I believe Kitfox and Rans may already be prepared for the 915iS. Mark - while I have you on the horn Talk to me about the Astore v p2008. Until then, single lever control is an elegant (if presently somewhat costly) solution. Please contact Just Aircraft. Without providing much detail, Rotax said the 912 iS is also capable Lambda 1.3 or lean-of-peak operation. Your email address will not be published. The Rotax is $2092 cheaper 2. As you can see in the nearby images, it provides, among other information, a percentage of throttle, fuel burn, and engine revolutions plus prop speed expressed via manifold pressure. Remove Cookies As my article noted, British writer Dave Unwin felt it started softer, which may be a point in favor of smoothness. Depending on the core credit assigned to the engine at TBO, that could pay for the overhaul and then some. The extra cash is probably not a huge deal when you are already spending $17k on an engine or $100k+ on a new airplane, but on an LSA 22lb can be significant. Engine performance may vary depending on, among other things, general conditions, ambient temperature and altitude. We are interested in development of sea plane with passenger capacity of 15 plus passenger with a turbine twin engines. Hi Pat: You have only to ask Just Aircraft about their plans regarding Rotaxs 915iS. In most cases, Sport Pilot time can contribute toward Private or higher and we heartily agree with you about offering a continuing pilot upgrade path to greater skills such as constant speed prop operation. When you get up a bit higher your 100 hp non turbo will be making probably about 60 hp but the turbo is still making sea level hp up to about 16000, after that it drops off a little. You just described an excellent way to make a 20 minute procedure into an all day project. ROTALK NEWS Episode 3Michael Smith's Rotax-Powered Searey Circumnavigation, the amazing Rotax-Powered Lockwood Aircam and Anthony Caere's chimpanzee rescue operations. Looking forward to the fewer pneumatic synchronizations! Roger Lee LSRM-A & Rotax Instructor & Rotax IRC Tucson, AZ Ryan Airfield (KRYN)520-349-7056 Cell. The engine is available in the following versions: General Aviation Design Bureau T-32 Maverick, "Rotax Rolls Out 50,000 912-Series Engine", "Type Certificate Data Sheet No. Carbs vs. Fuel Injection. This seems to have left us with a choice of either a Rotax 912 ULS or Rotax 912 iS. [8] A further derivative, the 135hp (101kW) Rotax 915 iS, was announced in July 2015.[9]. Production started in March 2012 and the engine has a 2000-hour recommended time-between-overhaul to start. I know there have been issues with the 912iS, but is it all done with? I concur with Andy. To expand the data envelope, multiple aircraft were refitted with the 912 iS. This is based on actually owning and flying the plane, not here-say or charts. A back-of-the-envelope calculation reveals that these numbers rival diesel efficiency and if mogas is factored into the equation, flying a 912 iS-equipped aircraft is substantially less expensive than the equivalent 912 ULS. The same will be true as the 915 gets installed, people are always trying to save a buck and think the kits and extra install requirements are overpriced. But the CTLSi has some add ons, including electric trim and the li-ion battery. Low-weight engine with excellent performance at high altitudes. The Rotax 912 is a horizontally-opposed four-cylinder, naturally aspirated, four-stroke aircraft engine with a reduction gearbox. Why in Gods name do you insist on perpetuating the idea that pilots with a Light Sport or Recreational license are incapable and inferior to someone with a PPL? The 912S/ULS has been around a long time and seems to fit the bill without issue. The Stock Box proved most helpful in observing many factors about the new engine. You can have separate throttle and mixture controls. There was a crash of a Diamond Twinstar. Hi, Mark Gregor from Advanced Aircraft/Tecnam US here. I think LSA/SLSA is the way I want to go and am trying to figure it out. Facts: 4-cylinder 4-stroke liquid/air-cooled engine with opposed cylinders [3] On the 912A, F and UL the standard reduction ratio is 2.27:1 with 2.43:1 optional. Change Cookie Consent For everyone else simplicity is probably best. 912 UL / A / F. The highly reliable and efficient entry-level motor for light aviation aircraft manufacturers. Electronic fuel injection requires electrons. engine management system. It is also fitted to some light twins, such as the Tecnam P2006T. The 912S is certified, as are the A and F, which are used in the Diamond DA20, which is quite popular in Europe. 1. 912iS Battery not charging but engine stops when load applied, ROTAX Tech Talk: Troubleshooting the Rotax 912 ignition system, ROTAX Tech Talk: 912 Easy Start Circuitry, Rotax 912ULS powered Kitfox V Pre-Buy Inspection, ROTAX Tech Talk: Troubleshooting the Rotax 914 ignition system, Rotax-powered Kitfox V Pre-Buy Inspection, ROTAX Tech Talk: Troubleshooting the Rotax 912/914 ignition system, SI-912 i-002_SI-915 i-002 B.U.D.S. ROTALK NEWS Episode4ROTAX's 915iS-powered Aquila A211 test aircraft, the Scheibe SF-25C Falke (first-ever 912-equipped aircraft!) To me, the 915iS is better suited to larger (heavier) aircraft or those serving particular missions, such as LSA seaplanes or aircraft operating from high elevation fields. Is Rotax similar? Nice looking airplane. Yet for those who yearn for more power or are building an aircraft of higher capabilities, the 915iS is going to be a welcome powerplant. Clear editor. Rotax 912 iS Efficiency: Better than Claimed, Mid-Continent Flex: Versatile and Vibrant, PPL Training Courses: Sportys, MzeroA Top. However, the engine received US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification in 1995, and by 1999, the TBO had increased to 1,200hours;[3] on 14 December 2009, the TBO was raised from 1,200hours to 1,500hours, or 1,500hours to 2,000hours, depending on serial number. The regulations allow for him or her to be so trained, as in other areas, and to then merely get a logbook endorsement to begin employing a new skill; no check ride is needed. Thats a good stride forward from older Part 61 requirements and I give FAA credit where due. Glad it was a VFR flight in good weather. by drseti Sun Feb 26, 2017 9:30 pm, Post Microburst III Kit, 1 each MB3R (red) & MB3G (green), Propeller Balance Master, 6-hole prop, black anodized, 3-1/8" Airspeed 0-120 MPH, w/Pitot Tube Kit, Imported. Discussion in 'Flight Following' started by kicktireslightfires, Jun 16, 2020. And, there were a lot of SBs on the 912 iS early on. That would be sweet! Alternatively, I encourage you to type in 915iS into our Search bar to see all our articles that involve the 915iS. Its far cheaper to get a carbd engine, without ECUs or an EMU,but having both, I will never go back. by Mark Gregor Mon Feb 20, 2017 11:24 pm, Post Eighteen months later, it has and just as we suspected, Rotaxs initial claims were off the mark. I would still prefer fuel injection - when was the last time your car engine died ? Hey Dan, thanks for all the great videos. The engine differs from previous generation aircraft engines (such as the Lycoming O-235) in that it has air-cooled cylinders with liquid-cooled heads[4] and uses a 2.43:1 PSRU reduction gearbox to reduce the engine's relatively high 5,800rpm shaft speed to a more conventional 2,400rpm for the propeller. I hope you don't mind me responding but the post is referencing a Tecnam after all! In terms of the CS prop, as I understand it, there is only one solution for US-LSAs being evaluated,and that is for a single lever control, and only the iS engines are able to interface with this system. Late to this party, I fly constant speed props and appreciate them. The first time I flew the P2008 with the 914 i was very surprised how much stronger it was. Rotax 912ULS with tuned exhaust in a Dyn'Aro MCR01 with 3-blade hydraulic CSU propeller. Provide electrical power for the little bit of power and engine management system reason even with 912iSc. 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