It has been more than three decades since the first certified composite airplane, the Windecker Eagle, last took to the skies. But last week the restored single-engine retractable flew for the first time since an extensive restoration project began.
Windecker Eagle Takes Flight
Key Takeaways:
- The Windecker Eagle, the first certified composite airplane, successfully completed its first flight in over three decades following an extensive restoration project.
- Initial flight tests, conducted by pilot Len Fox, indicate smooth handling and predictable responses, with further testing planned to evaluate various flight characteristics.
- After completing at least 25 hours of flight testing, the aircraft will be sent to China for demonstration and marketing, as its production rights owner plans to manufacture the Windecker Eagle there.
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