WITTMAN “WITT‘S VEE”€

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Key Takeaways:

  • Steve Wittman's Witt's V is highlighted as a high-performing racing aircraft in the Formula VEE circuit, noted for its exceptional speed.
  • The aircraft boasts a top speed of 170 mph and a cruise speed of 150 mph, with a stall speed of 48 mph and a range of 400 miles.
  • Designer Steve Wittman has a significant history in air racing, previously recognized for his aircraft "Bonzo" during the Goodyear Racedays.
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STANDARD DATA: Gross wt. 700. Empty wt. 430. Fuel capacity 10. Wingspan 166″. Length 182″.
PERFORMANCE: Top mph 170. Cruise mph 150. Stall mph 48. Climb rate 1,000. Takeoff run 800. Range 400.

The real bomb in the Formula VEE circuit is Steve Wittman’s Witt’s V. The amazing thing about this racing ship is its speed. Wittman has had it up to 170 mph (not quite supersonic, but three miles a minute). Wittman made “Bonzo” a household word back in the Goodyear Racedays.

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