Demonstrating the performance and fuel efficiency of its SMA-powered compression-ignition Cessna 182 Skylane, Soloy Aviation Solutions flew nonstop to EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, from its home base in Olympia, Washington, a 1,485 nautical mile trip.
Soloy/SMA Diesel Cessna 182 Makes Epic Journey to Oshkosh
Key Takeaways:
- Soloy Aviation Solutions successfully demonstrated the fuel efficiency and performance of its SMA-powered Cessna 182 Skylane with a nonstop, 1,485 nautical mile flight from Olympia, Washington, to EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
- The nine-hour journey consumed only 80 gallons of jet-A fuel, cruising at 17,500 feet with true airspeeds between 150 and 162 knots.
- Soloy is displaying the aircraft at AirVenture 2017, accepting deposits, and offering discounts on the STC conversion kit for early buyers.
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