Bradley Aircraft Back Pack Gyrocopter

mitchbarker Says:

Jul 1, 2009 - building it are we?

BradleyAircraft Says:

Jul 1, 2009 - Yeah, extremely slow, but yes it is under construction. working on the rotor blade molds.

Bombastl Says:

Jul 2, 2009 - Cool vehicle, guys! Don´t forget a big fuel-tank!

texNoz Says:

Jul 2, 2009 - I see the rotor isn't powered.. So does that mean you have to pre-rotate the rotor and run like hell to get off the ground??Dream big but it's not gonna happen..

BradleyAircraft Says:

Jul 2, 2009 - :D LOL, the fuel tank is a five US. gallon tank. casted around the engine mounts and is mainly the seat. Kinda weird but it works. So I'll admit the engineering team got a little sloppy. Then again I asked for this Intermediatley, I watched one of them throw it together. Thanks for the comments keep em coming. :D

themargenaus Says:

Oct 29, 2009 - Yeah... THAT looks safe

eyeeye1 Says:

Nov 5, 2009 - This looks very revolutionary.Godspeed.I cant wait to see these in production.

BradleyAircraft Says:

Nov 5, 2009 - We just did our rotor blade tests and they went really well. The vertical decent rate is 322 ft. per min. Thanks for the comment, and your uplifting spirit.

soundofsoul1 Says:

Jan 8, 2010 - what state are you guys working on this project i have a few ideas that im working on simuler to that .

BradleyAircraft Says:

Jan 8, 2010 - We area working out of Utah. However the project is to be kept low profile until its unveiling. PS: Is coming up soon.

buckey29 Says:

Jan 26, 2010 - Simuler? LOL

dennisdeslager0 Says:

Feb 6, 2010 - when? I am very interested

mjtracy Says:

Feb 8, 2010 - With a regular(?) gyroplane, the main concern is a tip-over with a blade strike. With this machine, I would be very concerned about how simple it would be for an operater to trip on take-off or landing, and dig a blade into the ground, with devistating affects! Watch some videos of powered-paragliders and you'll see what I mean. Thanks.

JRhalo14 Says:

Dec 7, 2010 - i will never be late to school again :)

Itsmeeman1 Says:

Oct 25, 2011 - The design is far too dangerous for the FAA to allow it to be put into production let alone allow it to be operated in populated air space. Sorry but this is a FAIL!

htedmbppl Says:

Oct 25, 2011 - Its as dangerous as the pilot flying it. The FAA will allow anything as long as it follows their regulations. This is an ultralight its not allowed to fly in any airspace but G and E unless that person has prior authorization from the ATC facility having jurisdiction over that airspace. Not to mention flying over populated areas is a no no... I don't think Bradley Aircraft would put it into production if it wasn't allowed by the FAA. Not a fail! Check their other videos or website.

Firebirdharris Says:

Nov 17, 2011 - ooooo, i wish rules weren't so stringent here, i wouldn't mind seeing them flying about. Be a very good alternative to powered paragliders too i imagine (no canopy collapse and easier packing).We really do need more autogyros they just fill a useful gap between helicopters and planes.

DuntsCap Says:

Dec 31, 2011 - You would definitely need a pre rotater... probably need horizontal stablizer and maybe want a reserve chute.... this is cool!!

toose70 Says:

Feb 28, 2012 - Cool concept. I assume the pilot takes off ROG using their legs? Do you think they could reach the desired airspeed to lift off using their own legs? Or will you have to take off in a strong headwind only?