I just thought the headline implied DIY, which it is not. Regarding the motors, as of right now the Italians appear to be the only ones who can make a 25HP motor that weighs 32lbs.

This article is so ill informed that it's laughable.
"Guy wants McDouble, flies to McDonald’s in dangerous, handmade flying machine"
It's hand made much in the same way that Rolls Royce and Lamborghini are "hand made".

It's handmade much in the same way that a Rolls Royce or Lamborghini is "hand made".