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Aerobatic Gamebird Emerges at AirVenture

Gamebird GB1 made its debut at EAA AirVenture 2016. Jon Whittle
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Key Takeaways:

  • The Gamebird GB1, showcased at AirVenture, is a new, versatile two-seat aerobatic aircraft designed for potential use as a tailwheel trainer and cross-country plane due to its unique 1,000-nautical-mile range.
  • Designed by Philipp Steinbach, this carbon fiber aircraft, powered by a 303 hp Lycoming engine, is nearing EASA certification with FAA approval and a planned production facility in Arkansas.
  • The project's strong potential for successful production is attributed to the financial backing of Game Composites CEO Steuart Walton, grandson of Walmart founder Sam Walton.
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AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, featured a long list of terrific aerobatic performers, some well known, some less so. The same goes for the airplanes the daring pilots were at the controls of. One of those was an airplane that has the potential to be seen not only at airshows around the world but also as a tailwheel trainer and even a cross country traveler, albeit a small one.

Pia Bergqvist

Pia Bergqvist joined FLYING in December 2010. A passionate aviator, Pia started flying in 1999 and quickly obtained her single- and multi-engine commercial, instrument and instructor ratings. After a decade of working in general aviation, Pia has accumulated almost 3,000 hours of flight time in nearly 40 different types of aircraft.

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