feature
vortex generators on leading edges of wings
advantage
VGs INSTALLED ON THIS AIRCRAFT PROVIDE:
- STOL performance take-offs and landings
- significantly lowered stall speeds in all configurations
- improved low-speed handling
benefit
MARGIN OF SAFETY IS IMPROVED WITH:
- invigoratingly short take-off roll on soft runways
- higher AoA at slow speeds = easier three-point landings
- flying behind the power curve with a high AoA to land short
- reduced wing-drop tendency during turns just above stall speed
- ridiculously low stall speeds = lower inertia when landing
- better roll and pitch control at touchdown speeds
- improved control in turns and approaches
- crisp aileron response at low airspeeds
- quicker ‘mushy-stall’ recoveries
feature
vortex generators on underside hinge line of both horizontal stabilizers
advantage
VGs INSTALLED ON UNDERSIDE OF BOTH HORIZONTAL STABILIZERS PROVIDE:
benefit
MARGIN OF SAFETY IS IMPROVED WITH:
- higher AoA behind power curve when landing in short fields
- ridiculously low stall speeds = lower inertia when landing
- higher AoA at slow speeds = easier three-point landings
- improved control in turns and approaches
- better pitch control at touchdown speeds
- quicker ‘mushy-stall’ recoveries
feature
6 camera-mounting platforms = 10+ camera placements
advantage
THESE CUSTOM-MADE CAMERA PLATFORMS:
- provide camera positions unique to this GlaStar
- have been flight tested under real conditions
- enable use of Insta360 cameras
benefit
HAVING DARED TO SET CREATIVITY FREE, THERE’S NO LIMIT TO WHAT CAN BE ACHIEVED. THESE TOOLS:
- match creative potential
- make the impossible possible
- elevate videos to the next level
- empower artistry with versatility to bring boldest ideas to life
- enhance creativity in producing stunning video
- bring content creation to new heights
feature
4900-lumen LED landing lights — taxi lights — wig-wag recognition lights
There’s really no longer any meaningful distinction between taxi and landing light bulbs (Bertorelli, 2019).
markers at 100 — 200 — 300 feet
advantage
ADVANTAGES OF SQUADRON PRO LED LIGHT PODS:
- 49,930-hr av. service life
- waterproof and rain proof
- replaceable lenses and optics
- 5000K daylight colour temperature
ADVANTAGES OF PERIHELION WIG-WAG FLASHER:
benefit
THESE OBNOXIOUSLY BRIGHT LIGHTS:
- let everyone know Maple is in the pattern
- provide plenty of light for taxiing and landing
- can be left on without regard to power consumption
- support optional lenses with different beam patterns
- will outlast all of us
- can be flown in the rain
- are more efficient than most LEDs
- illuminated objects are easier to detect
THE PERIHELION DESIGN WIG-WAG FLASHER:
- enables: L-R flashing, L and R steady, L or R steady
- improves safety during limited visibility ops
- promotes safety in the traffic pattern
- reduces chance of bird strikes
There’s value in the performance of seeing better for landing and taxiing and improved conspicuity by turning the light on and leaving it on. There’s every indication that LEDs are essentially lifetime bulbs and will always be available when you need them some dark and stormy night. LED lamps with a flashing wig-wag, always-on function further enhance daytime conspicuity (Bertorelli, 2019).
feature
Sportsman upper and lower cowls
Sportsman cowls held together with SS screws at 5.2-in spacing horizontally
Original GlaStar cowls use piano wires and hinges to hold cowls together.
advantage
ADVANTAGES OF SPORTSMAN COWLS:
benefit
COMPARED TO GLASTAR COWLS:
- when removing and re-attaching Maple's Sportsman cowls, these avoid having to pull greasy piano wires out, the hassle of pushing them back in, and the risk of their breaking inside the cowl
- air filter stays cleaner, longer, saving time and filter efficiency
- empowers others to mistake Maple as being a Sportsman
feature
ACK 406MHz E-04 ELT
advantage
ADVANTAGES OF ACK 406 MHz E-04 ELT:
benefit
COMPARED TO 121.5MHz ELTs, THIS ACK 406MHz ELT PROVIDES:
- significantly better and faster location accuracy
- CAP search radius reduced from 20 miles to 2~5 miles
- location detection time reduced from 3~4 hours to 1~2 hours
- with optional Garmin GPS, position data in <10 min/300 ft radius
feature
Dynon's ADS-B OUT
Dynon Receiver/Antenna enables ADS-B Out
advantage
ADVANTAGES OF DYNON'S ADS-B OUT:
benefit
BENEFITS OF THIS INSTALLATION:
- compliant with FAA's January 1, 2020 mandate
- no shielded, bulky antenna cable necessary
- easy future traffic and weather capability
Those who have already equipped understand that ADS-B is transforming the nation’s airspace by providing more precision and reliability than the current radar system, enhancing safety and increasing situational awareness (FAA, 2018).
feature
Bruce's Custom Cover
advantage
THIS BRUCE'S CUSTOM COVER:
- lowers exposure to UV
- is lined with soft, smooth microfiber
- reduces cabin interior temperatures
- keeps windscreen and windows clean
- repels water, ice, snow with breathable material
benefit
BENEFITS IN A DUFFLE BAG:
- avoids damage to upholstery
- prevents scratches to plexiglass
- lowers chance of damage to avionics
- reduces chance of theft and vandalism
- lessens risk of water damage to interior
feature
Computertized records
"In all my 50 years working as an airplane mechanic I've never seen a set of logbooks as fine as these."
Don Pridham, A&P/IA
advantage
- Simple, organized, and legible maintenance records
- Instant retrieval the aircraft's logbooks
- Data security through multiple digital and paper backups of data
- Hardcopy records printout for access anywhere
- Peace of mind from knowing that valuable data is secure
for a copy of the logbooks please contact me
benefit
This aircraft reaps the benefit of simplified, organized, and centralized data relevant to the aircraft’s maintenance history. The digital record-keeping system provides instant retrieval of maintenance—with colour photographs where available—of work performed and condition inspection sign-offs for the aircraft.
The GlaStar’s record-keeping file resides on a computer hard drive with backups secured offsite. A hardcopy version of the system’s records is maintained in tabbed sections in a three-ring binder, with signatures written in ink added to each entry for maintenance and annual condition inspections as required by FAR §43.9. Additionally, the handwritten entries and attachments prepared by Maple’s builder and entered into the original ASA-brand logbooks (which are securely stored) dating from 2017 have been scanned and saved in PDF format to preserve evidence of original signatures and content. The scanned pages were then added to the GlaStar’s digital record-keeping system to complete the computerization of the aircraft’s records.
Tabbed sections of the hardcopy version contained in the three-ring binder are:
- Airframe Logbook
- Engine Logbook
- Propeller Logbook
- Weight and Balance