Wed, Aug 24, 2005
A Newly Modified S-Model Is Put to the Test In Aerobatic
Championships
The veteran world-class aerobatic championship pilot and founder
of Extra Aircraft still has what it takes when it comes to
performance-driven aerobatic flying. Extra took first place in the
four-minute freestyle competition during the 54th annual German
Championships held this weekend in Dinslaken, Germany.
"I really didn't know what to expect after not having flown in
this competition for almost 10 years; I was flying a newly modified
aircraft; and I only had one day of serious competition practice,"
said Walter Extra, founder of Extra Aircraft. "Combine that with
knowing you are up against the top pilots and I feel pretty
lucky."
Extra flew in a newly modified EA-300S, which is under
development at the factory. With its recent win, the single-seat
aircraft project is proving to be very successful in its beginning
stages. Engineers are currently optimizing modifications that
provide the competition pilot with better control, improved engine
power, faster speeds and more vertical penetration. With an
experimental Lycoming AEIO 580-X engine and an innovative
single-cooler oil system installed, the aircraft also features the
same aerodynamically redesigned cowling as the new EA-300LP.
"We are always trying to improve upon what a pilot can do in an
aircraft," said Extra. "Thinking outside the 'aerobatic' box is the
key. The word impossible is not in my vocabulary. We are always
putting the limits to the test and ultimately hope to change
them."
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