The tens of thousands of fans of the turbine-powered super STOL Draco can breathe a big sigh of relief. Mike Patey, who crashed the bright red taildragger on departure after the Stihl National Championship Air Races in Reno this fall, has announced that he is working on a major restoration of the airplane. Patey initially thought the airplane was a total loss.
Super STOL “Draco” to be Revived
Key Takeaways:
- Mike Patey's turbine-powered super STOL aircraft, *Draco*, crashed on departure after the Reno Air Races and was initially thought to be a total loss.
- Patey has announced plans for a major restoration of *Draco*, which was a highly modified PZL-104 Wilga known for its STOL capabilities.
- The restoration aims to significantly improve *Draco*'s performance, including more power, range, speed, and even shorter takeoff and landing distances.
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