A stunning replica of the 1929 Travel Air biplane recently took its inaugural flight. Named Sun Siren, it is the fleet-mate of another airplane of the same type, Sky Siren, which has been flying since 2013 and is based at the Oxnard airport in southern California.
Stunning Travel Air Replica Takes Flight
Key Takeaways:
- A new replica of the 1929 Travel Air biplane, "Sun Siren," recently completed its inaugural flight, joining its fleet-mate "Sky Siren," both built/restored by Dan Curran and Richard Zeiler with unique art-deco designs.
- These biplanes feature modernized 300-hp Lycoming radial engines, a significant upgrade from the original Wright engines.
- The primary purpose of the planes is for licensed ash scattering services, with "Sky Siren" specially equipped for this function.
- The "Sun Siren" and "Sky Siren" will also participate in barnstormer events, with "Sky Siren" having previously earned recognition at EAA AirVenture.
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