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Jessica Cox Partners With Van’s on RV-10 That Can Be Controlled By Feet

With her custom-built RV-10, Jessica Cox hopes to fly in a more comfortable position than her Ercoupe allows. Rightfooted Foundation International
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Key Takeaways:

  • Armless pilot Jessica Cox is partnering with Van's Aircraft to design a custom RV-10 airplane that she can operate entirely with her feet.
  • The new aircraft aims to address the significant physical discomfort, limited flight range, and maintenance issues of her current Ercoupe, which restricts her ability to fly for long durations.
  • Named "Project 2025," the initiative seeks to enable more comfortable and longer flights, increase the efficiency of her non-profit's outreach, and inspire children with disabilities globally.
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Jessica Cox, a pilot born without arms, will partner with Van’s Aircraft to design an airplane that can be operated using only your feet, it was announced last week.

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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