Electric Lazair

Flying an electric aircraft has always intrigued me. The builders of the current crop are pushing the limits of what can be done further and further. Soon a reliable electric trike might be within the realm of possibility.

Here is a detailed flight report of something that comes close. An electric Lazair.

PILOT REPORT:

 We had an amazing opportunity recently to fly arguably the most operational electric airplane out there. Dale Kramer is a master builder of all kinds of interesting projects. His shop was extensive and impressive.  He designed the Lazair in the 70’s during the boom in the ultra-light industry.  Over the next several years the factory he set up sold 1200 of the airplane to enthusiasts from all over the world. Dale became interested in other types of flying (heavy lift airships, competition soaring) and separated himself from the Lazair. More after the fold...