Cheap Flying - Affordable Ultralight - NO License Required

Could this be one of the cheapest aircraft to buy and fly? In this BeSnappy interview, we check out Mike Ostrander’s 1984 Quicksilver MX ultralight, a tiny single-seat aircraft that proves cheap flying is still possible. Mike explains how this classic ultralight can cost only a few thousand dollars to buy used, around $5 an hour to run, and can even be stored in a trailer instead of a hangar. We look at how the Quicksilver MX flies, why it doesn’t use normal aircraft controls, its Rotax engine, wooden propeller, wing spoilers, safety, setup time, and why aircraft like this are still one of the most affordable ways to get into aviation. For anyone searching for ultralights, cheap aircraft for sale, affordable flying, budget aviation, or the cheapest aircraft to own, this Quicksilver MX is a seriously interesting machine. This interview was filmed at Sun'N'Fun Airshow 2026. #BeSnappy #Ultralight #QuicksilverMX