New Aerobat

[TimDavie]

Been looking at this little guy for over a month now, so a partner and I decided to go pick her up Friday evening and bring it home. Stressed for 6+ and 3-, it's capable of "gentlemen's aerobatics." Took about 4hrs. aerobatic training in one of these 20 years ago, and the energy management was a fun aspect. The plane was owned by lt. Col. Bill Crump, who used to fly the "Miss America" P-51. Those in the Pacific NorthWest might recognize it from a few years back. Even has a smoke system!

[TrojanMan]

Looks like you are going to have a lot of fun in your new "toy"!

Enjoy!

Jim

[N726AC]

Cool !!!

[FireFighterFSFD]

hey bud glad you got it you going to fly it to cookson.
I have been trying to get ahold of ya all week end guess you been playing in the new toy. give me a call when you get the chance
see ya bud the plane looks good
Josh

[laser200]

Got to fly one back in the 80's. We took it up at night once and did aerobatics.. Something you should NOT do and I didnt say i did..Really....LOL....Fun flying plane though... Watch out for the spins...Sometimes its a little wierd in recovery.. Nice plane sir......Very pretty...

[Kevin B]

Looks awesome Tim, can't wait to see it in person!

[ULTIMATE1]

Very COOL! I think I seen it fly at Arlinton EAA Fly in few years Back?

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[TimDavie]

Brian,
Thanks for the link, I'll have to see if they come back in stock.
Yes, you probably saw Bill Crump fly this Aerobat at the Arlington EAA event, since he was from Washington State. He flew there for several years until he passed away just early last year. Would like a video of the show if you have any ideas where one might obtain a video?

[PLANKBONE]

Pretty freakin' cool. I just this is an attempt to get more people to go to the "HeatWave in the Heartland!" Shameless. haha

have fun, be safe!

[JohnVH]

I dont recognize it, but they do look like fun. Enjoy

[TimDavie]

Last time Bill Crump flew it at Arlington would have been the early 90's.
If you're 34, then.........

[TimDavie]

This is the day I've waited for since I layed eyes on this little jewel a month and a half ago on Barnstormers.com. I went to get my chutes re-packed last night and one tore under a stress test. Luckily we found some lighter chutes to go in our carriers, and off to the skies today. Loops, aileron rolls, and barrel rolls. Then worked on some combinations and some snaps. The power management(lack of) aspect definitely requires work throughout each maneuver, but makes it more interesting. Anyone can slam a stick to the right with an IO-540 up front!