JDevoy

Avio lights View File Fitting instructions for Avio led lights Submitter JDevoy Submitted 12/06/2023 Category Other Downloads  

The continuing saga. just over a month ago 5 of the U.K. owners including myself made a trip to the factory to meet the CEO and Sales Director. We basically wanted to look them in the 'white of their eyes' We came away with mixed feelings. The factory had 4 aircraft in production. They told us they make and sell between 3-5 a month and all go to flying schools. They haven't as old one to a private owner in memory. Over half of sales are in USA. They only make a certified version now. The factory had no new aircraft ready for dispatch, with a ghostly empty delivery bay except for a prototype high wing and a prototype aerobatic version. The fact they are investing in these gave some hope for the future plans and longevity of the brand. We were given a full tour snd the most obvious thing missing was a spares department of any sort. We were informed everything is outsourced except aluminium panels. They showed us the CNC machines that produce skins etc. Nothing is bought for stock and they do monthly JIT for their current production requirements. For the U.K. market they blamed lack of a dealer for the parts problems as it's the dealer who carry's spares inventory. They said US never had issues apart from the period when there was no dealer. There were many 'flaws' in their presentation that as a businessman myself concerned me. The business case just doesn't add up I think they have enough of a base and an amazing aircraft that will keep them alive but without serious investment they won't regain their place in the top 2 or 3 in my opinion there is only two reasons why they can't deliver parts it can only be cash flow or incompetence. For example one of our group ordered main gear legs over 10 months ago. One 6 months ago and two (Inc myself) 3 months ago. We all had to pay up front. They have had our money for those respective lengths of time. In the meantime they have ordered monthly build parts requirements, including legs for their 3-5 aircraft per month stated production runs. So why have they not added an extra set or 2 onto each months orders going back 10 months? Makes no sense unless they've used our money for general expenses and overheads. Second example. I need wing skins. These are made in their own factory. In the 3 months I have been waiting they have, according to their comments, made around 9-15 aircraft. Which means they must have set up the CNC machines and made wing skins. Why didn't they add mine into any of those production runs? They are talking to me about a U.K. and Ireland dealership. I am interested but the devil as always is in the detail. Let's see what happens. Certainly won't be agreeing anything until OY is flying again.

Quick Build Manual SportCruiser Rev3 View File Quick Build Assembly Manual series 3 S/N 3833 onwards Submitter JDevoy Submitted 03/13/2022 Category Other Downloads  

Would never be able to fly in a Scotland if I needed to wait for that xwind limit!

Thanks admins for the work you guys do.

Totally agree on the PC680. One of the best investments I have made.

Sorry shawn for taking so long to respond. I didnt realise I had responses! Yeah I am going to redo the console over the next winter break. In retrospect as you said the switches take up way to much space. Going to remove the iPad holder, impossible to see the screen in the sun. Planning on another HDX there, with a G5 in the centre console section. The 'carbon fibre' is 3M stick on. It looks good but am also going to change it as well, maybe do grey as you said. Ideally I would like to get an actua carbon fibre custom panel with teh copilot side slightly angled towards pilot side. Only problem is Im not capable of doing that myself so have to find someone and just dont' know where to start. Teh Jabiru runs well. There is lots of talk about them overheating but TBH mine is fine. I was thinking of doing the watercooled option but I have no real need. CHTs get a bit high on No 3 cylinder on climb out put go back down as soon as you take some power off.

Thanks Dave, Sorry so long in responding. For some reason couldn't get back into the site. Im a reasonably new private pilot and loved the look of the CRUZ. In the UK there are around 20 Jabiru 3300 powered versions. There is a lot of talk about them overheating easily but not sure if that's not just scaremongering. On climb out I will get a CHT Overheat warning but a stepped climb will negate that. Yes Dynon AOA, Static port again is the Dynon Kit. Simple to fit, basically a couple holes drilled near to the hair intake scoops. No idea about the cowlings, getting any documents on the Jabiru version build has been pretty difficult. Will be changing the panel again in the 2019/20 winter break. The iPad is pretty useless, just cant see the screen in any decent sunshine. Also teh switches take up way to much space. GOing back to the originals. Putting another 10@ HDX is where the iPad is and the G5 will replace the MGL but in the centre console (as will be room without the big switches)

Hi I’m a UK (West of Scotland) PPL. 57 years old and achieved dream of my PPL 2 years ago. I bought a Jabiru 3300 engined 2012 home built SC just over a year ago. Recently updraded the steam gauges and Dynon D100/120 to the Skyview HDX, with integrated Transponder, radio, AP and intercom. Also a Guardian Avionics iPad mini powered mount. Reasonably pleased with result but going to rebuild panel again later this year. Don’t like the layout and the big switches I fitted. Planning on a second HDX, putting standard toggle switches and CB’s. Freeing up some space then in centre console as under UK LAA (similar to USA EAA) I must have backup primary instruments from alternative power/manufacturer. So a Garmin G5 is my thinking. Also looking to fit the Rotec water cooled heads https://www.rotecaerosport.com/lch to alleviate the overheating potential of the Jab. Im currently resident in Atlanta GA on a 3 yr business visa. So would love to meet SC owners in Georgia or surrounding states. Some pictures attached James