DIY Jet almost flying

"realpitter" almost ready for launch:
http://www.wired.com/autopia/2010/01...-ready-to-fly/

Looks nice!! My only question is, if it was at 80 to 100% of the power on the jet, how could he be holding it back with only his leg? That, to me, would not seem enough power to keep it aloft. SCARY!!!

Milt

Perhaps they have some kind of afterburner like the big jet engines that will add another 50 lbs of thrust:D;)

I want one!!!!!!!! :) :) :)

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Originally Posted by mondo50m

Looks nice!! My only question is, if it was at 80 to 100% of the power on the jet, how could he be holding it back with only his leg? That, to me, would not seem enough power to keep it aloft. SCARY!!!

Milt

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What do you think the thrust raatio is on an airliner or any NON-miltary jet for that matter?? I suggest you not look as you may not fly, ever! :)) 240Lbs thrust for that small plane sounds right. Should be FAST!

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240Lbs thrust for that small plane sounds right. Should be FAST!

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Maby this gives some clues about the speed:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dpr2w...eature=related