Redmond, Oregon-based RDD Enterprises, a professional builder of Lancair’s experimental aircraft models, is in the process of developing a conversion for the ultrafast Lancair IVP model named LX7. The new model uses existing IVP airframes and brings them through a major modification process — new wings, a new empennage and a completely revamped cockpit.
Lancair Builder Launches Modified IVP
Key Takeaways:
- RDD Enterprises is developing the LX7, a major modification for Lancair IVP experimental aircraft, featuring new wings, empennage, and a revamped cockpit.
- The LX7 conversion enhances safety with features like a lower stall speed (62 kcas), a BRS parachute, airbag seat belts, and an advanced Garmin G3X Touch panel, while retaining high performance.
- It offers full pressurization for four occupants up to 25,000 feet, an expected true airspeed of 260 knots, and a 7-hour range with a 180-gallon fuel capacity.
- The conversion costs $550,000 (excluding the IVP airframe), is expected to have its first flight later this summer, and includes transition training.
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