Would like Info On IFA IVOPROP

[Slyfox]

I heard if you put a posting on the switch not to use inflight you're clear of that rule. At least that's the type of thing cub crafters is practicing.

[kitfox2009]

Canada does not have a LSA classification. We have Basic Ultralight and Advanced Ultralight. Kevin`s a/c will be too heavy for either of these classifications and will be a Homebuilt. The operator must have a PPL or at the very least a Recreational Pilot`s License. IFA propellers are allowed.

Don

[jtpitkin06]

Don,

That makes things a lot simpler. If it is in your budget, I'd go for it. An IFA prop makes the aircraft a lot more flexible in performance with the benefit of noise reduction. Better climb and quieter cruise.

John

[SkySteve]

Why not just install a Power Adjustable or Electronic Adjustable prop? Very similar to the IFA but designed for use by Sport Pilot certificate holders so they can easily adjust their props on the ground.

Their Private Pilot friends can also use it to adjust the prop in the air during flight. That way it's convenient for any pilot.

[SkySteve]

Wow! Amazing! Well, I guess that makes it easy.

[DanB]

I know of some pilots that wanted to register their plane as ELSA installed the IFA (electric adjustable) but put the switch under the cowling...still only a ground adjust, but much easier. Not so sure all DAR's would let it fly with a plackard next to the switch (not to be used in flight). Kinda like setting a candy jar in front of a kid with a sign that says do not eat.

[Slyfox]

totally agree, but there was a thread not to long ago that said cub crafters is place carding a bunch of stuff that isn't allowable for sport pilot in their new aircraft to be legal.

[kitfox2009]

Hi Guys
I think the original post was asking about concerns and/or problems with the actual operation of an IFA prop. The discussion seems to have morphed into "how to circumvent regulations".

I know in the 70 or so hours I have had my IFA IVO I have had no issues at all. The first set of brushes seemed to wear down rather quickly. IVO explained that it takes a while for the commutator to "carbon up" and this is exactly what happened. Unless something drastic happens soon, there is no way I will ever go back to a fixed or GA propeller!

Have fun

Don

[RandyL]

totally agree, but there was a thread not to long ago that said cub crafters is place carding a bunch of stuff that isn't allowable for sport pilot in their new aircraft to be legal.

We have a placard on the Carbon Cub SS instrument panel that lists altitudes/rpms that represent the "max continuous power" level, it has nothing to do with the prop which is not IFA. The Carbon Cub SS is fully LSA-compliant.