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This is an impressive little airplane that even at 12,000 ft. it was still doing a almost 400 FPM climb. Dropped from 12,000 ft. to rolling right into the hanger like a boss.

Real footwear, as well.

Sternum strap and helmet.

Yes please

Bungee cord on the flap handle not too reassuring after seeing it pop out of its hole on downwind

Any water landing/takeoff videos to date? I love this little plane so much

Wow. I’d love to add this to our area Boise for search and rescue

This would change the LSA group of Aircraft if put in production. This would be the perfect Backcountry Aircraft to fly into a high mountain lake or river to camp and fish. I’m thinking real hard about the Merlin PSA and converting it so one person could sleep in it. Not sure if this is possible because of the Airframe. I would have to remove the luggage area without compromising the strength of the Airframe and create a removable seat back. But it would make a great single place camping Bushplane. 🇺🇸🦅✈️

I want a Merlin bad, I wish the came with a passenger seat/co-pilot. Much more fun with company

I very seldom write comments but I must say how impressed I am about Chip Irwin’s contributions to the flying community are…very innovative and accessible. Good on you.

nice video although no sound.

Really like the design but I want to see structural testing results and video of the testing .

I just got a boner please let the do it yourself kit be $20k , That's only a slight increase over the Merlin kit but would be well worth it

The landing distance is what got me. both mains on the ground maybe 15 feet before the taxiway and was still able to make the turn.

We only supply the 4-stroke Vtwin now. Videos of it flying will post very soon.

I thought this look like a pretty cool plane until the time came when he started the engine, my God sounds like a lawn boy mower engine. A lot of pilots are going to four stroke engines now, four stroke engines are gaining ascendancy. Two cycle engines are a pain in the ass, not as reliable uses more fuel then you got it mixed the oil and fuel. I like the little plane but I would definitely need a different engine!

Great video. No sound..??

Hey Chip, wonderful bird there. Just wondering, what's the thickness of the skin sheet metal you're using?

Pretty mild stalls with no wing dips. Impressive.

How can a person who have no experience flying get training? Can you do a video of your thoughts on this?

How many are flying in the USA?

Where is the throttle on this?

That’s a nice looking plane with floats on it.

Two Stroke good oil is important . I have never had any trouble with AMSOIL 2 Stroke oils. I have run a 1980 Vespa P200e with a Sidecar up a 100 series highway for over 100 kms .... Steady. That is torture for the oil. Scooter has been run 15 summers in a row not rebuilt . Still start no problem. I would Fly with AMSOIL !

Also I would add a seat bolster or rest to support my legs better, only your feet moving a little ..... Comfort is nice.

I like the extra wheels .....

Worth the wait

puddle jumper floats made in Canada

Yes, the Merlin fits into the LSA box so you can fly it with a sportplane license and no medical. The Merlin Lite has the longer wings and yes it does fit into the motorglider category or Part 103.

Does the Merlin PSA fit into the LSA category? And with longer wings would it be considered a motorglider?

That's an amazing climb rate around the 11:00 mark with only 60hp! Good headwind?

Chip, this has to be my fav Merlin Video. Would love to follow along next time watching a vid of some of the legs of the X-country flight from Brandon to Oshkosh in the Merlin PSA

Wow I want one now! Is this beauty LSA eligible for the category or is it only available in the Experimental category?

:)! That landing was just showing off!!!

Excellent Flying looks like fun . Tricle gear avialable. 10/ 21/2021

Hello Chip Does the single seat Merlin with correct setup qualify as an aircraft one can fly without a PPL in Australia? Can the kits be shipped here? Thanks. Great airplane!

Wow! If the Merlin is anything to judge this by it will be a ridiculously affordable, highly capable competitor in the market!

Can't wait to see this at Valdez!

Seat belts handy why not adjust them ....... Safety last.

Hey Chip, I love the plane. I have looked at all of your videos. I was planning on taking steps to arrange build one at your location after the Midwest LSA Expo. Here's a hurdle. The AOPA insurance quote based only on a price of $42,000 came back almost 5 times (cheapest rate they could find.) the price of the certified Piper Tomahawk that I am currently flying. The Tomahawk has a comparable value or $42,000. Your quote to me on the Merlin price was just under $60,000. So, realistically the insurance is probably going to be 6 to 8 times higher than a comparable certified plane. Any suggestions? Do you have another source of insurance?

Hearing loss eminent. I used to fly with just a motorcycle helmet. Now I'm wearing hearing aids at 52. PROTECT YOUR HEARING!

Gotta get 1 !! 👍

Seriously!?! Was The Camera Mounted On A String Or A Spring!?!

What do you think of the Savage Norden now?

Impressive 👍

Yeah, I have so many ideas and concepts about planes in my head too... Problem is....No where to build...If I solved that problem, I need a basic concept of Full-scale plane design...RC planes...You don't fly in those...You crash...Only your pride and wallet is hurt...Also, like most...Flying area/strip/field and a storage area is a REALLY big factor...I live the biggest state in the union...And, maybe 20% of the land is usable for airstrips...Too rocky, hilly, and scrub brush....Unlike the Midwest, nice and flat....Sooo, alota people would love a plane if they could solve the above issues...😳😳😳!!!!

Nice job, Chip. Love this ultralight!

Thanks for sharing this video man very good view I love it

Good airplane, painful video.