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Pipistrel ‘Electri-Fly’ at Oshkosh!

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Pipistrel Electri Fly!

Displaying Extensive Aircraft Line… Including Production Electric Training Aircraft.

International aircraft designer and manufacturer Pipistrel, “Electri-Fly” the annual EAA AirVenture Fly-In and Tradeshow in Oshkosh, WI, July 23rd through the 29th.

Pipistrel is displaying an extensive selection of aircraft, with a special emphasis on revolutionary, new, electrically-powered, training aircraft.
Electric aircraft on display include the Pipistrel ALPHA Electro LSA, and the Pipistrel TAURUS Electro aircraft – both currently in production and selling globally.

In addition to their electric aircraft line, Pipistrel will be displaying:

Conventional Aircraft
Pipistrel Virus SW, a Two-Place, Rotax-powered High-Wing LSA
Pipistrel Taurus 503, a Two Place, Self-Launching, 15 Meter Sailplane
Pipistrel Sinus FLEX, Multi-Purpose, Two-Pace, High Wing, Rotax-Powered LSA

Solar Trailer Unveiling
Pipistrel Solar Trailer – capable of recharging your electric aircraft allowing you to “Fly for Free” via its zero cost/zero emission charging system.

X-Alpha Virtual Reality Trainer
The Pipistrel X-Alpha VR Trainer is the world’s first, full-size, immersive VR trainer for LSA category aircraft. The simulator accurately emulates the flight characteristics and performance of several Pipistrel aircraft models.

2018 Pipistrel Info-Zine
Not content to leave interested flyers with inadequate details, Pipistrel has produced, for the first time, a new four-color magazine style format brochure. Greatly detailed, the 32-page publication will be available in print format at the Pipistrel display area at AirVenture, as well as selected Oshkosh locations, and available for download online in digital formats.
FMI: www.pipistrel-magazine.com

Oshkosh Events
Pipistrel will host a press conference at EAA press headquarters, Wednesday, 07/25, at 1030 CT.
Pipistrel will also be conducting several flight demonstrations of its electric aircraft during the Fly-In/Airshow and plans on conducting several aerial displays during the Manufacturer’s showcase throughout the week.
Pipistrel invites accredited EAA Press inquiries, for more info… and limited opportunities exist for press rides, during the event.

Pipistrel will host a Pod-A-Palooza pizza party at the Pipistrel Booth, sites 86 and 87, Wednesday Evening, starting 1800 CT through to the opening of the night airshow. Pod-a-Palooza is a celebration for media creators and generators, open to all accredited media, podcasters, podcast listeners, aviators, Pipistrel supporters and any aviation enthusiasts who care to drop by. All are welcome.

About Pipistrel-USA

Pipistrel-USA is a true world leader in innovative aircraft design and manufacturing. With over a dozen airframes in production, the Pipistrel program has won three NASA Centennial Challenges, is the leading importer of Light Spot Aircraft into the USA, and currently offers not one, but two, electrically powered production aircraft to the flying public.

Press Information
Docs/Graphics Download Link: https://poo.pl/w4AjKS

Primary News Contact
Michael Coates — Pipistrel USA, 213-984-1237 info@pipistrel-usa.com

Product Information
NEW Website NEW 2018 Magazine Virtual Reality Simulator
www.pipistrel-usa.com
www.pipistrel-magazine.com
www.pipistrel-online.com

Pipistrel-USA’s AirVenture 2018 display is located at Sites 86 and 87.
Just inside the main entrance on Celebration Way (Opposite Cessna) as shown in the map.
Pipistrel

DRONE LIGHT SHOW TO ILLUMINATE NIGHT SKY AT EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH 2018

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DRONE LIGHT SHOW TO ILLUMINATE NIGHT SKY AT EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH 2018

Up to 100 drones in simultaneous flight in night air shows on July 25 and 28

DRONE LIGHT SHOW – EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (July 5, 2018) — For the first time in North America, a drone light show will be part of an air show when EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2018 presents up to 100 lighted drones in flight during night air shows on July 25 and 28, creating another “Only at Oshkosh” experience.

The 66th annual Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in convention is July 23-29 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The night air shows have become a favorite of the weeklong event, featuring a new perspective on the precise flying skills displayed by aerobatic pilots.

The EAA AirVenture demonstrations will mark the first time a lighted drone display is a scheduled part of a North American air show performance. Great Lakes Drone Company, based in Watervliet, Michigan, will be flying their drones and is one of just two U.S. companies authorized by the FAA for such displays.

“EAA and Great Lakes Drone Company worked closely with the FAA to make this pioneering and innovative event possible,” said Dave Chaimson, EAA’s vice president of marketing and business development. “What makes this event especially memorable are the intricate maneuvers that are capable by up to 100 synchronized drones, highlighting the possibilities of safe and responsible drone flying. People come to AirVenture to see aerial excitement not seen anywhere else, and these performances certainly continue that tradition.”

Great Lakes Drone Company has done numerous drones shows as stand-alone highlights at events, but this is the first as part of an air show performance. During AirVenture, the LED-equipped drones will perform a 10-minute “The History of Flight” show complete with musical accompaniment.

“When one thinks of THE place where flying innovation and excitement occur, Oshkosh instantly comes to mind,” said Matt Quinn, president of Great Lakes Drone Company. “That’s why we are so excited about this opportunity to be part of the famed night air shows and perform in front of the tens of thousands of aviation enthusiasts on the flightline – a real ‘first’ for the air show community.”

The EAA AirVenture Oshkosh night air shows begin at 8 p.m. on July 25 and July 28, and are included with AirVenture admission. Announced schedules are subject to change based on weather or operational conditions.

About EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is the “World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration” and EAA’s yearly membership convention. Additional EAA AirVenture information, including advance ticket and camping purchase, is available online at www.eaa.org/airventure. EAA members receive lowest prices on admission rates. For more information on EAA and its programs, call 1-800-JOIN-EAA (1-800-564-6322) or visit www.eaa.org. Immediate news is available at www.twitter.com/EAA.

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