First Flight - HKS700T Speedster

[Spook712]

Congratulations, it looks awesome :-)

[HighWing]

[QUOTE=Geowitz;27690]

Some more thoughts upon reflection...

- Idle speed set too high. On the ground it was about 1800, but in the air it was hard to get below 2100. Couple that with wanting to keep a tight pattern and it made for a quick approach. Will dial idle down to 1600 and try again.

George,
Thanks for the update. Your comments regarding idle speed are pertinent. Mine is a bit too low and I haven't adjusted it yet. On three or four of my landings during Phase I, the engine actually quit as I touched - I guess the moving air kept the prop spinning to a point. The problem was that the engine didn't start readily and I don't want a situation where I was dead on the threshold with other traffic coming in. A friend has his Model IV set way low, but he has the procedure in place to goose it a bit right at the flair and has had no problems. Too much speed at idle can introduce issues as you mention.
Lowell

[Northof49]

Congrats George very well done.

[MotReklaw]

this thread really motivates me to get my project finished.

Geo, I've been down your way several time to Statesboro and Hinesville. I do plan a cross country to Statesboro next fall in my SS.

Would like to see you and your Speedster.

[GWright6970]

All of your hard work has been rewarded... BIG TIME!! Congratulations on a job well done!!! You two look great together in the air!!

[inzersv]

Great job Geowitz! Thanks for the videos.

[peanut]

Great colors and scheme... Sketchy landing! I am envious of your build...

[WISDAN]

Cheers to you on a great job! You now have that WOW feeling of flying your pride and joy!

Happy flying!

Dan

[GT280flyer]

Congrats Goewitz on the first flight, plane looks very nice great job. Even though it's been a few days the grin is still on your face!!!! Good first landing, reminds me of mine, good luck and safe flying.

[Geowitz]

Thanks guys.

A few more videos. Sorry for the shakes. My cameraman needs some practice.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXSecl8bXag&feature=plcp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qocVf9gec48&feature=plcp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_YsGDPXlR4&feature=plcp

So far I've been able to get about 110mph indicated cruise with WOT(wide open throttle) and pitching the prop to keep rpms around 4850. Should be able to squeeze a little more out of it as I have a little more boost available and I still haven't been able to play with it much to see what rpms give the best thrust. Also, I do NOT have lift strut fairings so I am expecting at least another 10mph.