Safety Disclaimer: This type of competition flying is not for everyone and not all planes can handle these maneuvers! Please to not try things you see on the internet that push you out of your own comfort zone without proper training and plenty of practice.
The ULPowered Zenith "Super701" is very well suited for this kind of competition and handles the STOL course with ease. The leading edge slats, robust airframe, STOL design, and the lightweight and powerful engine make this Zenith airplane incredibly capable. This was my first time flying the STOL-Cross at the Plane Fun Days, hosted by Billy Payne. (No practice rounds.)
The Super701 had the fastest single lap time at this competition!
The event is incredible! The people, activities, food, planes, and scenery are all second to none.
Huge thanks to Wayne Whitley for allowing me to use some of his footage in this video! Check out his video channel here:
www.youtube.com/c/whitleyvideos
Watch for the bonus 360 formation flying footage at the end of this video, featuring the Swamp Monster and the Super701.
Special thanks to my buddy, Tony Zorn!
Also thanks to Billy Payne for hosting a first-class event, I look forward to seeing you all there again in 2021!
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Super701 Airplane: Zenith CH701
www.zenithair.com
Engine: ULPower 350iS
www.ulpower.com
Music:
Top Gun Anthem - Mark Carey (very short clip)
Danger Zone - Kenny Loggins
Marie Laveau - Bobby Bare (edited to fit)
