Manufacturer: Gamebird GB-1 Pilot Made Record Flight to UP.Summit

Game Composites says its aerobatic Gamebird aircraft’s speed, range, and comfort make it a practical traveler.

Tuesday, June 07, 2022 at 04:06 PM ET

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The GB1 is uncommon in that it is FAA-certificated and designed to perform unlimited aerobatics. [Courtesy: Game Composites]

Key Takeaways:

Ben Marcus flew an aerobatic Gamebird GB1 nonstop from Santa Monica, California, to Bentonville, Arkansas, covering 1,226 nm in six hours and 50 minutes to attend the UP.Summit.
The flight is considered an unofficial record for the Gamebird GB1, demonstrating its versatility and long-range mission capability.
The Gamebird GB1 is notable as an FAA-certified aerobatic aircraft that combines speed, comfort, and performance, making it practical for long-distance travel, which is uncommon for its type.

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Pilots often seek out ways to get the most out of their aircraft, especially when traveling long distances. So why not set a record while getting to a far-off destination?

That’s what Ben Marcus did while flying his aerobatic Gamebird GB1 nonstop from Santa Monica, California, to Bentonville, Arkansas, according to the aircraft’s maker, Game Composites. Marcus made the flight to attend this week’s UP.Summit, an annual gathering aimed at fostering innovative transportation and hosted by the investment firm UP.Partners.