Flying the Apollo Fox
Light sport aircrafts are very easy to fly because of their designs. Manufacturers have also made sure that the mechanisms that these possess are also simple. However, LSAs also guarantee fun and adventure to the pilot. This is the reason why these aircrafts are quite popular. Among the most popular of this type of aircrafts is the Apollo Fox. The Fox is now known as the Apollo LSA. However, many people still prefer to call it by its old name; which is probably a proof that it has endeared itself to many pilots who have tried flying it when it first came out to the aviation market.
The current versions of the Fox already have a number of improvements that are much welcomed by pilots. One key change is in the use of the pedals as rudder. The current Apollo Fox version no longer requires the pilot to use these much. Because of this, steering the plane has become a lot easier than before. Another very admirable feature is that this plane could now be taken for night flights. This is made possible by the incorporation of certain technological features that have been introduced to the plane. However, such feature has certain limitations though and it still not advisable to fly this LSA for long hours at night.
Today's version of the Fox has a pair of folding wing. To fold these, only one individual is needed to do the job. However, what really makes the plane a good choice is its specs which further boasts of its great capabilities. The Fox is very light. When empty, its weight could be around 604 lbs only. For it to take off safely despite having a load, it should have a maximum weight of 992lbs. The almost 400 lbs difference is a proof that the aircraft's engine is quire powerful. The engine for the Fox is usually a Rotax 582 or a Jabiru 2200. At a cruise speed of 93 miles per hour, it is clear that this aircraft is not really that fast. However, as an LSA this speed is actually more than what is usually needed.
Many pilots and LSA enthusiasts still consider the Apollo Fox as an experimental aircraft. This is because it is relatively new when compared to other LSAs in the market. However, it cannot be denied that this aircraft has already been fascinating its flyers with its amazing capabilities. This is why it should no longer be considered as experimental. In fact, the common impression of those who have flown it is quite positive. The Fox has not only left the pilots satisfied with what it can do; it has also made them wish to fly it even more often.
References:
apollo-fox.com/
pilotmix.com/index.php?pgid=11&lang=en&maxInfo=352
The current versions of the Fox already have a number of improvements that are much welcomed by pilots. One key change is in the use of the pedals as rudder. The current Apollo Fox version no longer requires the pilot to use these much. Because of this, steering the plane has become a lot easier than before. Another very admirable feature is that this plane could now be taken for night flights. This is made possible by the incorporation of certain technological features that have been introduced to the plane. However, such feature has certain limitations though and it still not advisable to fly this LSA for long hours at night.
Today's version of the Fox has a pair of folding wing. To fold these, only one individual is needed to do the job. However, what really makes the plane a good choice is its specs which further boasts of its great capabilities. The Fox is very light. When empty, its weight could be around 604 lbs only. For it to take off safely despite having a load, it should have a maximum weight of 992lbs. The almost 400 lbs difference is a proof that the aircraft's engine is quire powerful. The engine for the Fox is usually a Rotax 582 or a Jabiru 2200. At a cruise speed of 93 miles per hour, it is clear that this aircraft is not really that fast. However, as an LSA this speed is actually more than what is usually needed.
Many pilots and LSA enthusiasts still consider the Apollo Fox as an experimental aircraft. This is because it is relatively new when compared to other LSAs in the market. However, it cannot be denied that this aircraft has already been fascinating its flyers with its amazing capabilities. This is why it should no longer be considered as experimental. In fact, the common impression of those who have flown it is quite positive. The Fox has not only left the pilots satisfied with what it can do; it has also made them wish to fly it even more often.
References:
apollo-fox.com/
pilotmix.com/index.php?pgid=11&lang=en&maxInfo=352
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