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Little Deuce Coupe

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Key Takeaways:

  • The author contrasts their slower Grumman Cheetah with a friend's new, high-performance RV-6A, emphasizing the latter's superior speed and sporty handling.
  • The duo takes the RV-6A on a trip to Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks, valuing its speed for long distances and its capability to handle high-altitude airports in the desert.
  • The RV-6A provides a unique aerial perspective, allowing them to fully appreciate the "Grand Staircase" geological formation, which is impossible to observe comprehensively from the ground.
  • The article celebrates the RV-6A as an exhilarating "sports car with wings," offering efficiency and an enjoyable flying experience for travel and sightseeing.
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“Hey, Lane, what RPM are you running now?”

Jeff’s question cuts through my headset, muting my in-flight music entertainment for a moment. I glance at the Cheetah’s tachometer.

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