Jan has extensive knowledge of modern automobile and
aircraft engines and a thorough knowledge of mechanical
design practices. He has been building and flying
converted automobile engines for aircrafts for 20 years.
He loves his work and guarantees every engine he builds.
We communicate usually at the
air-shows, when we get an opportunity. It is
interesting for members of Van's Aircraft to see what we
can do for optional engine choices for their customer's
aircraft projects.. They realize that some
builders will chose an alternative engine for their
airplane. Our mutual concern is that the engines
are as safe as possible, that the airplane should be
built light and that they stay in CG. It is
particularly important to keep the Nose wheel weight
down to a minimum.
So we have the same goals,
working totally independent from each other.
Jan Eggenfellner
THE #1 REASON TO EGGENFELLNER POWER YOUR
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That’s it, plain and simple, engineering
When you power your Glastar, RV or other home-built with
an Eggenfellner engine, you’re getting the latest in
engineering – 21st century engineering - not a new model
of a decades old design. And doesn’t your modern
aircraft deserve a modern power plant? Of course. After
all, you’re not going to put in all those hours building
your futuristic dream machine, just to power it with a
museum piece.
Say “no” to really antiquated stuff in your airplane.
(Keep it on the shelf to look at)
An engine aircraft conversion done by Eggenfellner
Aircraft INC. will provide all the power and
dependability your home-built baby deserves. It will
also give you low initial cost, ease of installation and
economy of operation in one complete, modern package.
Glastar, RV, or your own design, an Eggenfellner engine
– 175 to 200 hp of smooth, reliable power - is the
right choice for you.
Dual independent electrical systems with dual batteries,
dual fuel pumps and 6 individual ignition coils
contribute to safety by providing back up to mechanical
components.
Aircraft engine horizontally opposed, liquid cooled
Like traditional, 20th century aircraft engines, the
boxer Eggenfellner engine is horizontally opposed. But
it’s similarity to old-fashioned engines ends there.
Because this engine isn’t air cooled. It’s liquid
cooled. And that makes a big, big difference
Liquid cooling leads to tight tolerances, long life
Air-cooled engines are forced to run within a large
temperature range. That, in turn, makes it necessary to
provide large internal clearances. But the Eggenfellner
is liquid cooled. That liquid cooling makes possible the
exact internal tolerances and tight internal clearances
that produce efficient operation and long engine life.
Stable temperatures are maintained by a thermostat,
regardless of power output, aircraft speed, outside
temperature or altitude. A high quality heater is
available to transfer the hot water into plenty of safe
and reliable cabin heat without the danger of carbon
monoxide poisoning as is the danger with heat derived
from the hot exhaust tubes on air cooled engines. Others
sweat and strain, but the Eggenfellner keeps it's cool.
Balance extends engine life, reduces airframe vibration
An Eggenfellner aircraft engine is inherently balanced.
The pistons are opposed from one another, and a unique
firing order, causes vibrations from combustion to
cancel each other out. Potential stress on reciprocating
parts, such as crankshaft and bearings, is almost
entirely eliminated. And the airframe, not to mention
pilot and passengers, suffers almost no bad vibrations
which lead to reduced pilot fatigue and therefore a
safer flying environment. The flying experience could be
compared to that of an aircraft using a turbine engine,
smooth and powerful.
Now, another five reasons…
When you get an Eggenfellner engine you get everything
you need but the tools. Unlike other engine suppliers,
we don’t supply just engines. We also give you the
engine mount, exhaust system, cooling system, air intake
ducting, and more. So once you buy from us, you don’t
have to run around to local suppliers to buy more and
more. It’s all there in front of you, ready to put
together following easy instructions and the how-to
video and comprehensive installation manual that comes
with your engine.
#3 | ECONOMY | 
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A complete Eggenfellner package actually costs a little
less than a traditional aircraft engine. So you save
from the start. Plus, you don’t have to go out and get
all the connectors, hoses, clamps and other this’s and
that’s that can easily add up to the cost of a dream
vacation. So you save more there.
When you have your engine installed and you’re flying,
you’ll run more efficiently and burn less fuel. By
reducing the fuel flow, you will carry less fuel thereby
reducing the weight and increasing your cruising range.
Your flight will go faster as you don't need to make as
many intermediate stops. So you save again.
100LL can be used to operate your engine. This fuel
might be fazed out in favor of the more environmental
friendly UL82 which you can use in your engine along
with automobile fuel. So when 100LL becomes unavailable,
you will still be flying high while others stay dry.
All in all, an Eggenfellner aircraft engine can save you
a bundle, and leave you more money to spend while
enjoying your newly finished plane.
People who have Eggenfellner engines for their home-builts
love to write and talk about them. A sample of their
comments can be found on the "Builder's" page.
Designer and builder Jan Eggenfellner is a professional
pilot and aircraft mechanic. He has six years of college
behind him, with degrees in Aviation Management, Flight
Operations and Aviation Technology. Jan also has
extensive knowledge of modern automobile and aircraft
engines, plus a thorough knowledge of mechanical design
practices. He has been building aircraft engines
since 1992, and guarantees every engine he sells.
There is no mixture control in the airplane so leaning
is automatic, there is no primer because priming is not
required for starting, there is no carburetor heat
control because with the fuel injection it is not
necessary, there is no need to monitor CHT or EGT gauges
because water cooled engine with automatic leaning don't
need them and finally, even with the constant speed
propeller, in-flight power adjustments are done simply
by the twist of a knob to set the desired RPM.
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