Kolb’s Firefly, developed several years ago, is a true-blue entry to the Part 103 ultralight rule. It was purpose-designed to accommodate a more powerful engine to meet customer interest, but to do so while staying within Part 103 254-pound empty weight mandate. It does! And with the legendary good Kolb handling paired with a more potent powerplant, here’s a low-cost option to keep you smiling after a day’s flying.
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Why does the Firefly climb more than three times faster than the Legal Eagle?
Such a comparison depends significantly on the engine used in each aircraft. Staying within Part 103 commonly means a lower-powered (smaller, lighter) engine. Kolb aircraft, like Firefly, often install larger engines. However, Kolb designs use a very high lift wing, which also accounts for its good performance.
Hi Dan. Thanks for the work you do in telling about ultralight aircraft. I am a licensed PP-SEL who hasn’t flown in years (decades) and getting re-certified at present and watching a few of your videos, hear you say you have need of volunteers . . at what would be my first question? I am also a professional photographer and videographer and would be pleased to do a few of your videos for ya if you have interest. I am presently located in Southern Ohio and retired and can travel. How can we help each other. BTW, my interest and plans for purchase is the Kolb Firefly, down from my former aircraft ownerships . . Cessna Sky Hawk, Piper Warrior II, and the first Cherokee 180 ever built at one time, usually owning two at a time.
Hi Roger: Thank you for your kind words. I’ll come back to you on your other ideas via email but you can’t go wrong doing business with Kolb Aircraft. Good luck and blue skies!