Hi all,
I've crossposted this on Backcountry Pilot:
I'm considering purchasing a small-engined Super Cub to putt around in. Don't need lots of HP, but I just want a lightweight, fun airplane to fly around the pattern with occasional backcountry adventure.
Two of the airplanes I'm considering (PA-18-95s are exceedingly difficult to find it seems) have empty weights very close to 1000 lbs, which seems heavy despite including an electric system and starter.
My question - Is it possible to loose a significant amount of weight by deleting the starter, alternator, and battery, and going with a handheld radio, or, better, installing a small rechargeable battery to run the radio and LED lights?
I'd rather not narrow my search further by mandating a lack of electrical system.
Any advice is greatly appreciated!
I've crossposted this on Backcountry Pilot:
I'm considering purchasing a small-engined Super Cub to putt around in. Don't need lots of HP, but I just want a lightweight, fun airplane to fly around the pattern with occasional backcountry adventure.
Two of the airplanes I'm considering (PA-18-95s are exceedingly difficult to find it seems) have empty weights very close to 1000 lbs, which seems heavy despite including an electric system and starter.
My question - Is it possible to loose a significant amount of weight by deleting the starter, alternator, and battery, and going with a handheld radio, or, better, installing a small rechargeable battery to run the radio and LED lights?
I'd rather not narrow my search further by mandating a lack of electrical system.
Any advice is greatly appreciated!