The Giles Mike flies is the last airframe to come off the line at Akrotech- serial #61. The airframe is constructed primarily of carbon fiber- creating a very strong and rigid airframe. The Giles was designed to maximize the performance of the IO-360 size engine. While it may only have four cylinders under the hood, its blindingly fast roll-rate is a capability-multiplier in terms of performance. It has been proven to be a capable design for aerobatic competition in the Advanced category. In the air, it is brilliant to watch- a balance of smooth lines and lightning fast maneuverability.
Specifications
- Length: 19 ft 4 in
- Wingspan: 22 ft
- Height: 5 ft 7 in
- Empty Weight: 1030 lb
- Aerobatic Weight: 1400 lb
- Engine: Aerosport Power IO-360 (180+ HP)
- Propeller: Whirlwind 200AC
Performance
- VNE (max): 220 kts
- Cruise Speed: 140 kts
- Fuel capacity: 58 USG total/ 16 USG
- G-limits: +/-10g
- Roll rate: >420°/s