REFLECTOR: Velocity, Inc acquisition by RRCC

[Kevin Baker]

Hi,
Glad to hear they will not abandon our current models that normal 
everyday folks can afford.

Thanks,
Kevin Baker


On 4/16/2008 6:39:43 PM, Scott Baker (sbakr at comcast.net) wrote:
 > Hello Scott,
 > Most definately. The trend is towards somewhat larger, faster, higher,
 > safer, and more comfortable aircraft models (not just Velocity, but other
 > kit manufacturers as well, ala Epic and the Lancair Evolution). This means
 > cabin pressurization. The good news is that composite structures, like the
 > Velocity lend themselves to pressurization. The existing Velocity cabin is
 > by no means strong enough for pressurization. Pressurization requires a
 > dramatic re-design. We are informed by engineers that it would
 > "not require a lot more" in the way of structure to offer a safe
 > pressurized cabin. The company plans to remain focused on growing sales
 > before expanding into new models - so the likihood of a new pressurized
 > cabin is not on the immediate horizon - however we will be working on the
 > design in the meanwhile in the hope that a pressurized model can be
 > offered in the near future. I really like the idea of the Centurion 4.0
 > aero diesel as a powerplant for the Velocity. It would lend itself nicely
 > to a piston powered pressurized model.
 > Scott
 > ----- Original Message -----
 > From: Scott Derrick [link: mailto:scott at tnstaafl.net]
 > To: Velocity Aircraft Owners and Builders list [link:
 > mailto:reflector at tvbf.org]
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