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Mon, Jul 15, 2013

Electric Airplane To Attempt World Speed Record At California Capital Airshow

Chip Yates Will Try To Beat His Original Record Of 202 MPH At Mather Airport This October

Pilot Chip Yates, the founder of Flight of the Century, Inc., will attempt to break his current world speed record of 202 miles per hour in an electric airplane in front of the crowd at Mather Airport on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at the California Capital Airshow.

“I want to be an example to teens, to inspire them. I’m someone that is using my STEM education to go out and change the world while doing something really cool; they can too,” said Chip Yates. “The realm of science, technology, engineering and math are gateways for kids to not only learn but to truly explore all of the opportunities available to them. If you can dream it, you can build it and I’m living proof of that.”

At only 13 years old, Yates saved $50.00 and convinced his parents to invest an additional $50.00 in order to buy and rebuild his first motorcycle. Since then, Yates has become recognized electric vehicle pioneer and green technology innovator.

Yates quickly set his sights on aviation and adapted his water-cooled 258 horsepower electric motor and controller system to an aircraft designed by Burt Rutan. But Yates had one problem – he was not a pilot. He earned his pilot’s license in two months and had only 58 hours when he flew on July 18, 2012, where he established a world speed record for electric powered aircraft of 202 mph.

“We’re thrilled and honored to have Chip Yates at this year’s Airshow,” said Darcy Brewer, executive director of the California Capital Airshow. “Chip truly embodies what it means to follow your dreams. Kids of all ages will not only get to see Chip fly and attempt to break a world record, but they’ll also get the chance to meet him, talk to him and ask him questions. He’ll be at the show both days and will be part of a featured exhibit. It’s going to be an amazing opportunity.”

(Image provided by Flight of the Century.)

FMI: www.californiacapitalairshow.com, www.flightofthecentury.com

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