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New simulator from VR Aircraft

By Ben Sclair · August 2, 2009 ·

VR Aircraft has debuted its VRTR400 ($8,750) console simulator. The VRTR400 was designed to offer realism, flexibility, and mobility, for cost effective flight training. With a 42” x 18” footprint, the VRTR400 Console simulator will fit on a desk or small table. Integrated into the simulator is a three vernier throttle quadrant, gear switch, trim […]

Liberty to test WAM Turbo Diesel

By Ben Sclair · August 2, 2009 ·

Liberty Aerospace brought an XL2 fitted with the Wilksch Turbo Diesel for AirVenture Oshkosh. The aircraft, burns Jet A fuel, and is designed to appeal to the international market place where 100LL is both expensive and hard to obtain. “Our international customers have been very clear to us,” commented Keith Markley, President and CEO of […]

Have a LoPresti Taco

By Ben Sclair · July 30, 2009 ·

LoPresti SpeedMerchants have cooked up a Taco. However, this one is not for eating. The Taco gust lock locks all flying surfaces to prevent motion.

BD-4 debuts C model

By Ben Sclair · July 29, 2009 ·

MEDINA, Ohio — BedeCorp, in honor of it’s 40th anniversary, has debuted the BD-4C. The update simplified construction and adds comfort with a wider cabin (46″), a longer fuselage (14 more inches) and a new all-metal wing. See the innovative BD-4C firsthand by joining us in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. If you can’t make the trip, you […]

OSH: Tecnam P2006T flies

By Ben Sclair · July 28, 2009 ·

The twin-engine Tecnam P2006T on approach at Wittman after completing a showcase. The smart looking twin was quiet and appeared very docile even with one engine shut down for part of the demonstration.

OSH: New style throttle lever

By Ben Sclair · July 28, 2009 ·

The throttle lever (above) for the Yuneec-battery-powered single-seat e-Spyder (below).

OSH: Anderson Greenwood Model AG-14

By Ben Sclair · July 28, 2009 ·

One of only five built, this rare Anderson Greenwood Model AG-14 was on the Vintage line at AirVenture. This model is owned by Dave Powell from Rogers, Arkansas.

OSH: There’s a Bear around

By Ben Sclair · July 28, 2009 ·

The Bear 360 looks like an Grumman F8F Bearcat that got stuck in the dryer a little too long. Powered by a 360-hp M14P, the Bear 360 weighs 2,760 lbs at gross and will cruise at 250 knots at sea level. Check out Bear Aircraft online.

Scene at AirVenture

By Ben Sclair · July 27, 2009 ·

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