?s about building a gyrocopter

[John Normile]

I really like the idea of building one of these. I'm in the
dreaming stage right now.My brother was telling me he thought it would
cost $10,000 to build one and I'm wanting some idea of the cost.
I can do all the work; machining, welding, electical. I have a
complete machine shop I can use and have 10+ years as machinist.
Brother is an engineer, toolmaker, and licienced pilot with lots of
free help .
So what would be a rough estimate of cost a single seater. Im looking
to keep cost down so there won't be any frills if there is such a
thing on these.
I'll be getting a few books right off and wouldn't plan on starting
for at least 6 month.
I'd appreciate any advice for someone at this stage inthe process.

[Bill Higdon]

John Normile wrote:
> I really like the idea of building one of these. I'm in the
> dreaming stage right now.My brother was telling me he thought it would
> cost $10,000 to build one and I'm wanting some idea of the cost.
> I can do all the work; machining, welding, electical. I have a
> complete machine shop I can use and have 10+ years as machinist.
> Brother is an engineer, toolmaker, and licienced pilot with lots of
> free help .
> So what would be a rough estimate of cost a single seater. Im looking
> to keep cost down so there won't be any frills if there is such a
> thing on these.
> I'll be getting a few books right off and wouldn't plan on starting
> for at least 6 month.
> I'd appreciate any advice for someone at this stage inthe process.


John,
Check out the Gyrobee at this site.
http://taggart.glg.msu.edu/gyro/gbplans.htm
Parts are avaiable from here
http://www.starbeegyros.com/pricesheet.asp
Bill Higdon

[BD5ER]

> I really like the idea of building one of these. I'm in the
>dreaming stage right now.My brother was telling me he thought it would
>cost $10,000 to build one and I'm wanting some idea of the cost.

You could spend more if you want, or since you have tools and skill maybe a
whole lot less. The Pitbull tractor gyro, last I checked, had a complete kit
for less than $10K. For more gyro manufactures start here:

http://www.pra.org/directory/gyrocopters1.htm