ZF-2 Autogiro
9,101 Elicushman
4.6 years ago
Auto Credit Based on Elicushman's ZF-2 Kolibri
Ok, this is my first real attempt at making an actual autogiro. For those who dont know, an autogiro uses a propeller to move, like a plane, but its lift is generated by the wind blowing against a non-powered rotor. The rotor begins to spin as the aircraft moves foreward, creating lift, a bit like a helicopter. That being said, im not the most qualified person to talk about this. This craft is based on an older build i made, and it only kinda works. Its very shakey in flight, but it works. You adjust the rotor pitch with the vtol slider. I recommend taking off with the prop at 100% and rotors at full vtol tilt. Then in flight, lower the vtol to half way. Enjoy!
Specifications
Spotlights
- ACEPILOT109 4.6 years ago
General Characteristics
- Predecessor ZF-2 Kolibri
- Created On iOS
- Wingspan 42.7ft (13.0m)
- Length 41.9ft (12.8m)
- Height 13.8ft (4.2m)
- Empty Weight 5,673lbs (2,573kg)
- Loaded Weight 6,592lbs (2,990kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 17.043
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.303
- Wing Loading 20.2lbs/ft2 (98.4kg/m2)
- Wing Area 327.1ft2 (30.4m2)
- Drag Points 4458
Parts
- Number of Parts 96
- Control Surfaces 13
- Performance Cost 516
Thanks! @Gbhole
I think I first found out about them in an old book about the history of helicopters. It was a fun read @Mustang51
Thanks! @ACEPILOT109
@Elicushman I definitely agree! They’re very fun to fly in SP
@Elicushman this is really cool (:
Thank you so much @ACEPILOT109
Thanks! It’s definitely a little shaky, but autogiros are just one of my favorite types of aircraft ever. @Mustang51
This is a real nice build! A delight to fly and quite cute too