Blackshape presents Veloce, Gabriél at AirVenture
Blackshape Aircraft’s U.S. distributor is showcasing the 916iS Prime Veloce at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in Wisconsin. The Italy-based manufacturer’s Gabriél is on display at the Dynon Avionics exhibit space.
Its lines reminiscent of a fighter jet, the 916iS is a two-seat tandem aircraft. Equipped with a Rotax 915 iS engine it delivers max cruise speeds of over 180 knots. The airframe parachute system by BRS Aerospace is standard. Also on display is a mock-up of the new CMD19TC Evo engine, made by Italian manufacturer CMD Costruzioni Motori Diesel. It can be ordered as an option for customers who would want a 200-horsepower takeoff speed and 170-horsepower continuous output.
BravoFox emphasizes that all Blackshape experimental aircraft are striving to comply with the Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification rule, which offers a lower-cost certification path under FAR Part 22.
