Wednesday 19 July 2023

A new Twister

Kit number 33 is complete and isn't she a beauty! So good it won the Best Twister award at our recent meeting.

Constructed by Eugen Schaal over 2.5 years (1,500 hrs).

Powered by the UL Power UL260iSA engine with an Airmaster electric variable pitch prop giving a 1,500 fpm rate of climb.

Eugen was lucky to build his at the Silence factory so had all the answers and help at hand - which explains the fairly quick build time for such a fine example.

I wish Eugen many happy flights.

Parked in pride of place at our recent Twister meeting.


In the factory when almost finished.



A neat idea to secure the gear leg fairing without fasteners at the front.

Ready for some more flight testing.


It look like some cowling modifications were needed to make the UL fit.


Sealed plenums rule!


Garmin screen, Trig Radio and Transponder.

Looking happy to have received the Best Twister award. 



Friday 14 July 2023

Krishna Build Video

Check out this excellent video by Krishna of his Twister build. 

In particular the trials and tribulations with installing a Rotax 912, the first Twister to feature this powerplant.

https://youtu.be/bpNLpApoAB0




Krishna Article - Airsport Magazine