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This is the start of a web site for RAF 2000 builders. What I envision here is a repository of helpful hints, where to get parts, modifications made by various builders, and whatever else we can think of that can help us all out. This can be a one-stop-shopping source for valuable information. If you don't see something here that you think should be here, let me know.

Disclaimer:
This site tries to provide links to as many after-market suppliers as can be found. This site does not endorse any after-market supplier appearing on this site. This site is also intended to make builders and owners aware of any issues that crop up with the RAF 2000 machine. Constructive opinions are welcome to be expressed on this site. This site is not intended to provide the final word or solution to any problems that might be identified. It is up to each individual owner to research each issue and determine the solution that fits your need.

By discussing openly any issues or problems found with the RAF 2000 some readers may infer that this machine is not safe or reliable. This Web site is intended to make it one of the safest machines around by allowing the owners access to any and all information that could allow them to maintain their machine in the best possible condition and avoid potential safety problems.

New From RAF
  • New blades from RAF (Updated 3/7/03)
  • RAF company sold to South African company (Updated 11/21/07)
    Builder's Tips
  • Brief listing of what some people did different
  • Issues related to carbureted engines
    Horizontal Stabilizer
  • Opinions and suppliers
    Search Databases
  • The FAA database can be searched directly at: http://162.58.35.241/acdatabase/acmain.htm. I found 191 registered RAF 2000s in that database as of July 25, 2002.
  • You can also search US registration data from http://www.landings.com/. Found 136 RAF 2000s as of 7/24/02.
  • Search the accident database at http://www.ntsb.gov/ntsb/query.asp
    Maintenance
  • Blade Cracking Discussion
  • Control System Rod End Discussion
  • Main Drive Belt, Lower Sprocket Modfication
  • Ignition issues
  • Replacement Parts

    Other topics coming as you contribute

    Other After Market Suppliers (Updated 11/20/02)
  • Groen Brothers (GBA) RAF Center-Line Thrust upgrade - See After Market Supplier's page
  • Sport Copter Rotor Blades
        Sport Copter Blade Report
  • RFI - See After Market Supplier's page
  • Pictures of RFI's landing gear suspension
  • John Snider's Anti-Servo Trim Tab - See After Market Supplier's page
    Related Links
  • EAA - Experimental Aircraft Association
  • FAA - Federal Aviation Administration
  • Popular Rotorcraft Association
  • ROTARY AIR FORCE Company Web Site (Announced they are going out of business Q1/2007)
  • Rotory forum
    UPDATED: 11/21/07     Editor: Gary Kaminski