As a Pitts Model 12 builder I have become familiar with the venerable and fantastic Vedeneyev M14-P engine. With the Pitts "only" about 2 years from completion I can't help but wonder what will follow. I imagine an aircraft that I don't think has yet been designed. I want something to cover a lot of scenery with. Think of this.. a 4 place, possibly pressurised, most likely composite construction, high speed, retractable, M14 powered aircraft. A moderised YAK 18 if you will.. Although tricycle drivers need not apply, this machine needs a tailwheel. (My opinion only, none of my drawings support the little wheel up front). Picture Rare Bear as a scaled down, widened (is that a word?) 4 place homebuilt. Maybe even the Legend as an M14 powered 4 place aircraft. Drop in any of the latest EFIS systems and blast around with the family at something in excess of 200 knots. Surely it's possible to pull together something that makes over 200 knots with 360 HP up front!?
All I need is someone to design the thing.
Any takers?
All I need is someone to design the thing.
Any takers?
