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Here is a new aircraft that I am wondering if you know anything about or are planing on doing an interview with?
The Blackfly by Opener: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIygDyKMVwM
It is an electric Part 103 aircraft that appears to be using lighter-than-air technology with AI and some custom designed and built high powered electric motors. The CBS SF Bay Area news reporter seems to be more interested in the “flying car” aspect, and Opener seems to be promoting it as, but I think the technology is of more interest that if it will or will not be the next flying car.
Hi William: You and some others alerted me to BlackFly. You see I reported on it, but I very much appreciate you giving me a heads-up!
Anyone have a plan set for a leohle sport parasol?
adequate web site Jarle Thorsen Kielce
Thanks, Jarle. We were hoping for “awesome” but “adequate” will do. 🙂
Hello Dan,
First off I follow you everyday on YouTube to see what’s new & review previous interviews. Your a great interviewer & always ask the right questions. You have the best job in the world ! My question concerns the new Just Aircraft ultralight. I want to jump into one but I’m concerned about the safety of the engine choice. Are there “safer” alternatives ? I’m interested in your expert comments. Also, do you think we’ll see modifications to the LSA rules this year, ie., higher weight/speeds ? Take care my friend….
Hi Mark: Thank you for your very kind words. I love what I do and hope it shows. The small (Part 103-compliant) Polini engine is reliable from a major engine manufacturer. However, if you are willing to not be in the Part 103 category, Just Aircraft intends to fly their Solo with the Rotax 582. That would give it awesome power and you might consider that to be the “safer” engine.
Hi Dan, I love the AEROLITE 103 !!! Please give me any info on Briggs and Stratton V-Twin engine for it!!! ROD
Hi Dan, I am very interested in ultralight aircraft !!! Any help will by greatly appreciated. ROD
Hi Rodney: Well, if that is your interest, you found the right website, we believe. Look around and make a great decision. Best of luck!
I’ll be going to Sebring as well! Recently discovered your website, it’s a great resource! Hope to meet you there.
Hi Patrick: I’m pleased to hear you’re headed to Sebring and I’m doubly pleased you are enjoying the website.
I’ve sent 3 emails, two of which have been returned as “incorrect address” and the third is somewhere floating in the cloud. The address I have is: webmaster@bydanjohnson.com
Hi James: I cannot explain why I didn’t get earlier emails, but I see your comment. I advised my webmaster to add the one you used.
I would Love to see more info and pictures of the lightning bug. A LOT MORE if I could. Any chance on seeing it at the Arlington Fly In Wa State in July? 🙏🏻
You are in luck! Our video shot at Sun ‘n Fun ‘n Fun 2017 is now up on YouTube. I will put it on ByDanJohnson.com soon. Here is the URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQt1sQwXOC4
Enjoy!
Hi Dan,
It was good to meet and talk to you.Thanks for the flattering words.
You did a great job, with the brief explanation. If you would ever like anything more (like a construction photo ) let me know….
Thanks again , and,
It’s spelled “Austein”
Spelling corrected, Brian. Thanks for that but mainly thanks for the attention-getting aircraft you created and brought to Sun ‘n Fun.