Last week, the four-seat Stratos 714 jet took to the skies for the first time from the company’s headquarters at the Roberts Field Airport in Redmond, Oregon. The plan for the flight, which lasted only 10 minutes, was to evaluate the general stability and systems operation of the single-engine jet. Test pilot Dave Morss was satisfied with the overall handling and provided feedback to the development team after the flight.
Stratos Jet Makes First Flight
Key Takeaways:
- The four-seat Stratos 714 jet successfully completed its 10-minute maiden flight, with the test pilot satisfied with its general stability and systems operation.
- Once its test program is complete, the single-engine jet is projected to achieve speeds around 415 knots, altitudes up to 41,000 feet, and a maximum range of 1,500 nautical miles.
- Stratos Aircraft plans to pursue type certification after flight testing and will showcase the 714 jet at EAA AirVenture 2017, inviting potential customers to register for updates and investment opportunities.
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