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This page will contain any and all new additions - Articles, Mod's, Tips, Recommended Books and so on which has been added to our site.
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2012 New Arrivals Archives Web Page New ArrivalsNEW COLOR CODE: For easier article TYPE identification.
BLUE: Informative Piloting or Navigation article.
BROWN/RED: Building Tips, Articles & Modifications.
GREEN: Hanger Talk related articles or stories.
ORANGE: Reference material.
RED: "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT"
December 2004 12-07-04 Shoulder Belts Installation - Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
12-07-04 Instrument Panel Design & Layout - Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
12-07-04 Temporary Installation Of Landing Gear - Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
12-08-04 Challenger Wiring Schematic - by: Art Freeman - This schematic was created for a digital instrument panel, not analog. Also has a Transponder & Encoder set up, dual wing strobes, EIS unit as well as usual instruments. Full plane wiring schematic. Can be found on the "Downloads" web page.
November 200411-01-04 Fiberglass Nose Cone Option Installation (UPDATED) - Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
11-01-04 Pitot Tube Installation - Some Other Styles and Locations - The following information & photos are examples of ways to install or modify the Pitot Tube Assembly, but are not meant to be the only way to install the pitot tube. Can be found on "Kit Building" web page, under "Modifications".
11-01-04 Root Tube Door Frame Assembly - You will need to install the Root Tube Door Frame Assembly BEFORE installing the fiberglass gap seal, shoulder harnesses and/or large windshield, if you have those options as well. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
11-01-04 Installation of Flaperon Assembly - You will need to do some fabrication to complete the Flaperon actuation parts and their installation. It will be our endeavor to help walk you through this process. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
11-01-04 Former Plate Construction - The former plates are located at the top of the Root Tube and fitted around the aileron control assembly. They are used as fabric attaching plates when you cover the fuselage. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
11-01-04 Challenger II Wiring Schematic (Very Nice) - by: Bruce Fraser - When I was getting ready to do the electrical, I had a hard time figuring out wiring guages and recommended fuses etc... so I did a bunch of research and did one up on Visio and then converted it to PDF. Can be found on the "Downloads" web page.
11-22-04 Props 101 - by: Ralph & Jeff Shultz - Judging by the questions asked concerning props, there is quite a bit of misunderstanding in the flying community about these devices. Some pilots wonder what all the numbers mean and how they tie in or relate to each other and performance. This article will attempt to make things a little clearer. Can be found on "Kit Building" web page, under "Engine Related Articles".
October 200410-03-04 Fiberglass Nose Cone Option Installation - Here, we will be installing the fiberglass Nose Cone as an "OPTION" available for the Challenger. We will also show where you will need to cut your nose gear hole in the cone, but will cover the front nose fork install when we present "Installing The Landing Gear". Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
10-17-04 Carb Synchronization - by: Dave Beckstrom - This article gives an overview of how to mechanically sync your carbs without special tools. It also includes a good tip you can use. Can be found on "Kit Building" web page, under "Engine Related Articles".
10-17-04 A Dream Machine, How should I equip my plane? - by: John Ratliff (AKA Rat) - The intent of this article is not to persuade you to add or omit any one option, only to look at them in a realistic way. Can be found on "Kit Building" web page, under "Helpful Articles & Tips".
10-24-04 Fuel Tank Front Brace Modification - by: Steve Scriba - After the Challenger is built, removing the fuel tank for maintenance or modification in the tank area requires that the front tank brace cross tube be removed before the tank will come out. Can be found on "Kit Building" web page, under "Modifications".
September 200409-29-04 Fuel Tank Holder & Placement - For this installation, our builder has followed the factory requirements for installing the fuel tank holder, with just one exception. He has made the forward tank brace removable in case you ever wish to remove the fuel tank. All but impossible if the forward tank brace is riveted permanently into place. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
August 200408-11-04 Aileron Completion & Hinge Fitting - In this section, we will tell and show you about having to cut the aileron frame if you are using the fiberglass wing tips. If not, the next portion of this page will still apply as it tells and shows you proper aileron hinge placement and procedure. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
08-30-04 Carburetor Ice - by: Bob Robertson & Bud Connolly - Although carburetor ice is not a common occurrence on Rotax engines, it can happen when conditions of temperature and humidity/dew point come together perfectly. Can be found on "Kit Building" web page, under "Engine Related Articles".
08-30-04 Calibrating your Air Speed Indicator (Download) - by: Jeff Shultz - The GPS calibration method involves flying at a constant indicated airspeed (say 60 mph indicated) at three different headings. Download the ASI Calibration Spreadsheet (MS Excel). Can be found on "Downloads" web page.
08-31-04 Calibrating your Air Speed Indicator (Article) - by: Jeff Shultz - The GPS calibration method involves flying at a constant indicated airspeed (say 60 mph indicated) at three different headings. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "Electrical System & Guages".
08-31-04 Other Options & Accessories - The following article is being written due to the many questions being posed as to what accessories are available for the Challenger, what they do and what performance could one expect if an after market accessory is used. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
08-31-04 High Side Rail Fabrication - The "High Side Rail" is a feature which comes standard with the Clipped Wing Special version of the Challenger and is also an "OPTION" which "can" be requested on the Challenger II Long Wing at time of order. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
July 200407-27-04 Tail Section Hinge Fitting - Here, we will show you one of the ways to install your tail section hinges. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
07-20-04 Hoerner Wing Tip Construction - Here, we will show you one of the ways to install your Hoerner Wing Tips. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
07-19-04 Oil/Gas Fuel Mixture Chart - by: Mr. Gregory H. Walls - A really nice Oil/Gas Mixture Table. Just print it, laminate and affix the chart in your plane. Can be found In two (2) locations. Under "Kit Building" web page, under "Helpful Articles & Tips", select article "Mixing Fuel" and also from our "Downloads" web page.
07-19-04 Airfields by State - Have just added a new private airstrip of Mr. Rich Pope in Collins, MS. Can be found on the "Airfields by State" web page.
April 200404-23-04 Placement Of The Wing Ribs, The wing construction section of our Challenger build project will be broken into three (3) parts and web pages as follows. 1. Inboard Wing Construction, 2. Outboard Wing Construction, and 3. Placement Of The Wing Ribs. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
04-03-04 Rotax 503 Charging System by: Jim Hayward & Doc Green - The charging system of the Rotax 503 is a 12 pole, flywheel generating system. The FAA refers to it as a lighting coil instead of an engine driven alternator. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "Electrical System & Guages".
04-03-04 Book of William - Air Foil's by: Doc Green - An expansion of Bill Bardin's articles from the Fly Challenger Discussion Group - A widely-published explanation is that the air passing over the top of a wing has farther to travel than the air flowing under the bottom of the wing. Therefore, in order for the air to meet up properly at the trailing edge, the air flowing over the top must flow faster. Can be found on the "Piloting & Navigation" web page, under "Piloting".
March 200403-04-04 Outboard Wing Construction, The wing construction section of our Challenger build project will be broken into three (3) parts and web pages as follows. 1. Inboard Wing Construction, 2. Outboard Wing Construction, and 3. Placement Of The Wing Ribs. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
03-01-04 Battery Tips Have just added something we are sure you will all like to our "Helpful Tips" web page. Where to find, what type and how much a "Sealed Lead Acid Battery" will cost you for your Challenger electrical system. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "Helpful Articles & Tips/Helpful Tips".
February 200402-18-04 Inboard Wing Construction, The wing construction section of our Challenger build project will be broken into three (3) parts and web pages as follows. 1. Inboard Wing Construction, 2. Outboard Wing Construction, and 3. Placement Of The Wing Ribs. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT".
January 200401-29-04 * * * The Kit Has Arrived * * * Challenger BTT is pleased to announce a new Challenger II Clipped Wing Special kit has arrived at our featured builders home and the construction is now underway. You will find our featured Challenger Build Project on our "Kit Building" web page, accessible from our Main Menu at the top of each web page and the Site Map web page for those of you who do not have a JAVA enabled web browser.
01-29-04 Removing a Rivet, by: Bud Connolly - Trust me when I say you are going to be doing some rivet removal and replacement during the construction and maintenance of your Challenger. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "FEATURED BUILD PROJECT". 01-29-04 Upright Mounted Engine, by: Dale Williams - A Challenger with the engine mounted upright instead of inverted is not often seen, but many owners and builders express an interest in the possibility of mounting the engine upright. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "Engine Related Articles". 01-29-04 Fuel Storage, by: Chevron Corp. - This section presents storage recommendations of a general nature, followed by recommendations and comments for some specific uses or situations. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "Engine Related Articles". 01-29-04 Fuselage Edging & Seat Cushion, by: Russ Hauser - If you talk to a present Challenger owner, one problem he may tell you about is how the door edge fabric will get ratty looking over time if it's not protected some way. In this Mod, Mr. Hauser demonstrates just one of many ways to protect the door edge fabric. And believe me, if you ever flew in a Challenger with just the stock seat cushions, you would know how this cushion is a real blessing. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "Helpful Articles & Tips". 01-17-04 Cleco Fastener Tool, by: Bud Connolly - Just added an important building tool to our Recommended Tool List which is highly recommended for all Challenger builds. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "Before You Build - Kit Necessities", "Recommended Tools", bottom of web page. Description of how to use this tool is provided as a link under the photo of the Cleco tool. 01-14-04 CHT Sensor Location (Revised), by: Jim Hayward - Dealing with alternate placement location of the CHT Sensor on your engine. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "Engine Related Articles". 01-14-04 Challenger Synchronous Belt Report, by: Norm Hull, Aviation Safety Investigator, Canadian Aviation Safety Board (Ret'd) - This article discusses drive belt failure, types and manufacturers of drive belts. Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "Engine Related Articles". 01-14-04 Flying without an ASI, by: Doc Green - But what would happen if the airspeed indicator should fail? Can you still fly the plane with confidence? Is this a reason to panic? Pull the Big Red Handle? Can be found on the "Kit Building" web page, under "Electrical System & Guages".