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Electric Flight Prize Competition Postponed

       

 

EAA AirVenture ’12 New Target Time

Electric Flight Prize Competition at Oshkosh Postponed

 

Despite a strong influx of applications, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) announced on June 23, 2011, that the $60,000 Electric Flight Prize has been postponed until EAA AirVenture ’12 to allow viable candidates to complete Phase I flight certification according to Federal Aviation Administration regulations.

      Aircraft designers and innovators submitted nearly a dozen entries into the $60,000 Electric Flight Prize, which is designed to elevate the accomplishments and viability of flight powered exclusively by electricity through three flight competitions and an innovation evaluation.

      Sponsored by AeroLEDs, Aircraft Spruce & Specialty, Dynon Avionics, and Wicks Aircraft Supply, the Electric Flight Prize, was to have been held during EAA AirVenture ’11, July 25-31 at Wittman Regional Airport (OSH) in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

      Phase I is the normal, designated period in which the pilot completes 40 hours of flight testing, certifying that the aircraft is controllable throughout its normal range of speeds and throughout all maneuvers to be executed. Additionally, the pilot certifies that the aircraft has no hazardous operating characteristics or design features, and is safe for operation. Completing this test period and properly documenting its success is a normal process for every new amateur-built aircraft.

      “As with any new, emerging technology, time is an essential element to ensure advancements are made effectively,” said Tom Poberezny, EAA and AirVenture chairman. “After discussions with the prize candidates, it was evident most would not be able to meet the FAA requirement by AirVenture ’11. Let’s be clear that the era of electric flight is drawing closer every day, and it will be showcased at Oshkosh.

      “By staging the Electric Flight Prize at AirVenture ’12, innovators will be able to secure necessary certification and build on their advancements, resulting in a strong field of viable candidates ready to make the future of aviation a reality.”

      Even without the Electric Flight Prize, the latest electric aircraft innovations will be showcased at AirVenture ’11. Showcase flights from select aircraft will take place on dates to be announced, plus a full schedule of forums and displays at the EAA Innovation Center will highlight the advances and future promise of electric aircraft as this “green” technology begins to secure a place in tomorrow’s aviation world. 

      The second annual World Symposium on Electric Aircraft, set for July 29-30, will feature several industry leaders discussing electric propulsion aircraft in an open forum, offering what they envision is the future for this rapidly growing flight segment that is attracting the attention of scientists, engineers, manufacturers, and investors.

      EAA AirVenture 2012 will be held July 23-29 of next year.

 

Info: EAA, phone: 800.564.6322 • Website: www.eaa.orgwww.airventure.org .

 

                                                       – Report filed by EAA Communications.

 

 





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Cessna Chooses China

Cessna Chooses China
Shenyang Aircraft Corp. to Manufacture the SkyCatcher

During a signing ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, on November 28, 2007,  Cessna Aircraft Company announced they would partner with Shenyang Aircraft Corporation (SAC) to manufacture the new Model 162 SkyCatcher light sport aircraft (LSA).  

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