First time anyone has shown the process instead of saying "you can fold the wings in under 5 minutes" which you have proved to be a little more involved. Thanks
Fixed! Yea We are big supporters of the Kitfox, the folding wing is critical for us. Our new Kitfox model 5 is even more fun than the green one you see here! Enjoy your flight! ~CRAZEDpilot
You answered a ton of questions for me about building a kitfox around my area hangers are years of waiting, or have to be made of money to own one. Even then the city owned hangers have so many rules I don't think you can even change a light bulb on your aircraft in one. What I wanted to know was if you had access to the cockpit with the wings folded looks like you do. That will allow me to work on it at home get in and out of the cockpit while it's stored in my large work shop at home.
@evo2379 Yea but I wouldn't really call it 'involved'.... it's quite simple as you can see. BUT, the pins have to be honed to slide in and out just right, all interference points trimmed and perfected, pivot bolts lubricated (and inspected regularly!) But that's all once a year at the most so when it's perfect you get what you see, a fast wing fold. Thanks Enjoy!
no prob - it's something many people must know when making the decision to buy a used (or build) a Kitfox 1-7. It MAKES it possible for many people to affordably own an airplane...
Thanks for this video! I had an incident where a gust of wind knocked the wing out of my hands and struck the tail. Left some marks. The Wing pads are a great idea!
The folding wing ability is a very attractive feature of this plane. What size trailer would you need to accommodate it. Would be nice to be able to bring your plane on RV trips. I tow a 26' with 2 motorcycles, a UTV, and a Smart Car. But then I don't have my plane with me...:(
I was under the impression you didn't need to disconnect the flaperons, as the action of folding the wings (after you undo the curved zippers in the back), naturally rotated the flaperons upwards?
seems like rain would get in with the turtle deck off and the wings folded while you were driving it down the road I'd attach some rubber bands to those control rods to automatically pull them out of the way. strong enough to do the job but not so strong to interfere with your controls. or springs. also maybe some to hold the flaperons in a neutral position when disconnected
First time anyone has shown the process instead of saying "you can fold the wings in under 5 minutes" which you have proved to be a little more involved. Thanks
OK!! This is the best instruction video out there "PERIOD" on how to fold these wings.
"THANK YOU!!"
Best job I've seen! Thanks... Kirby Model 4 Kitfox
Fixed! Yea We are big supporters of the Kitfox, the folding wing is critical for us. Our new Kitfox model 5 is even more fun than the green one you see here! Enjoy your flight! ~CRAZEDpilot
Absolutely great presentation. Meaningful instruction.
what a beautiful bird, love the color, great demonstration, so well explained , all the best mate
i guess Im kind of randomly asking but does anyone know a good site to watch new movies online ?
@Colson Angelo Flixportal :)
@Baker Cain thank you, signed up and it seems to work :D I really appreciate it!
@Colson Angelo Glad I could help =)
You answered a ton of questions for me about building a kitfox around my area hangers are years of waiting, or have to be made of money to own one. Even then the city owned hangers have so many rules I don't think you can even change a light bulb on your aircraft in one. What I wanted to know was if you had access to the cockpit with the wings folded looks like you do. That will allow me to work on it at home get in and out of the cockpit while it's stored in my large work shop at home.
@evo2379 Yea but I wouldn't really call it 'involved'.... it's quite simple as you can see. BUT, the pins have to be honed to slide in and out just right, all interference points trimmed and perfected, pivot bolts lubricated (and inspected regularly!) But that's all once a year at the most so when it's perfect you get what you see, a fast wing fold. Thanks Enjoy!
Great Video ! Great narration and demonstration. And the camera work was perfect !
can you please make a video about how to fly this aircraft?your explanations are amazing.
no prob - it's something many people must know when making the decision to buy a used (or build) a Kitfox 1-7. It MAKES it possible for many people to affordably own an airplane...
Thanks for this video! I had an incident where a gust of wind knocked the wing out of my hands and struck the tail. Left some marks. The Wing pads are a great idea!
good looking plane...great how to video...
The folding wing ability is a very attractive feature of this plane. What size trailer would you need to accommodate it. Would be nice to be able to bring your plane on RV trips. I tow a 26' with 2 motorcycles, a UTV, and a Smart Car. But then I don't have my plane with me...:(
I was under the impression you didn't need to disconnect the flaperons, as the action of folding the wings (after you undo the curved zippers in the back), naturally rotated the flaperons upwards?
Excellent tutorial. Thanks.
Excellent! Looking forward to more educational videos!
seems like rain would get in with the turtle deck off and the wings folded while you were driving it down the road
I'd attach some rubber bands to those control rods to automatically pull them out of the way. strong enough to do the job but not so strong to interfere with your controls. or springs.
also maybe some to hold the flaperons in a neutral position when disconnected
Fantastic! I'm going to buy Avid Flyer soon, that was very helpful! Thank you!
great video.........thorough and well described.....
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Why don’t you install studs so you can secure those flapper on rods when you take them loose?
Thanks and any time you do a video of flying the KF you'd have some customers.
Excellent video Bro, Thanks
Yes, the newer Kitfox 4/5 etc do not have the pivoting linkage..... this plane was built in 2006 and followed the later design.
I wish my Champ folded , nice plane.
Absolutely cool!.
Just for that reason, I want a KitFox
Thanks for posting!
Very Nice.
Why do you need to release the flaperons?
This is a nice video.
Many do, if it was plumbed for it. You can also add heat.
Very Nice plane! Great explanation. What is it cruise speed?
You should start making videos with open captions! So I can understand what you are saying :) Cool video though.
does the kitfox have heat
Green...? Very stealthy....