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The Pitts S-1C Special is a renowned homebuilt biplane designed for aerobatics. Constructed from available aircraft plans since 1962, it’s become a cornerstone of amateur competitive flying. Its simple design and responsive controls make it ideal for pilots seeking an engaging experience in stunt fl...
The Giles G-200 is a homebuilt monoplane designed for competitive aerobatics. Constructed primarily of composite materials by AkroTech Aviation, it gained recognition with its first flight in 1996. It’s notable for its performance capabilities and remains popular among pilots seeking an affordable a...
The Pitts Model 12 is a homebuilt biplane designed for aerobatic flight. Constructed around the Vedeneyev M14P radial engine, it gained prominence in competitive aerobatics due to its exceptional maneuverability and performance characteristics. It’s primarily used by experienced pilots seeking a cha...
The Stephens Akro is a classic American aerobatic aircraft designed by Clayton Stephens. First flying in 1967, it’s notable as a foundational design influencing later high-performance aircraft like the Laser and Extra series. It remains popular among experienced pilots seeking a nimble monoplane for...
The Christen Eagle II is a homebuilt, two-seat aerobatic biplane developed by Frank Christensen. First flying in 1977, it’s notable for its robust design and suitability for advanced acrobatic maneuvers. It remains popular among experienced pilots seeking a challenging and rewarding aircraft for com...
The Rihn DR-107 One Design is a competition-focused homebuilt aircraft designed for aerobatic performance. Built by Dan Rihn, it achieved its first flight in 1993 and features a robust structure capable of withstanding 10 g forces. This monoplane is particularly suitable for pilots involved in organ...
The Sequoia Falco F.8L was the U.S. kitbuilt version of Stelio Frati's Falco, sold by Sequoia Aircraft of Richmond, Virginia from the 1980s.
The Steen Skybolt 300 is a 300 hp derivative of Lamar Steen's U.S. Skybolt aerobatic biplane, a plans-built type first flown in 1970.
The Steen Skybolt is a U.S. homebuilt aerobatic biplane by Lamar Steen, first flown in 1970 and built in more than 400 examples.
The Sorrell SNS-7 Hiperbipe is a U.S. two-seat cabin biplane introduced in 1973, designed by the Sorrell brothers for unlimited aerobatics.
The Acro Sport II is a U.S. two-seat homebuilt aerobatic biplane by Paul Poberezny, enlarged in the 1970s from the Acro Sport I.
The Acro Sport I is a U.S. single-seat homebuilt aerobatic biplane designed by Paul Poberezny, first flown on 11 January 1972.
The Hatz Classic is a U.S. homebuilt biplane by Billy Dawson, derived from the Hatz CB-1 and an AirVenture award winner in 1996.
The Starduster Too SA300 is Lou Stolp's U.S. two-seat homebuilt biplane, designed for basic aerobatics with plus or minus 6 g loading.
The Marquart Charger MA-5 is a U.S. two-seat homebuilt biplane by Ed Marquart, first flown in October 1970 and suited to mild aerobatics.
The Monnett Sonerai II was the two-seat evolution of John Monnett's VW-powered Sonerai, first flown in 1974 for homebuilt sport flying.
The Smith Miniplane DSA-1 is a U.S. single-seat homebuilt sport biplane by Frank W. Smith, first flown on 29 October 1956.
The Monnett Sonerai I was a U.S. VW-powered single-seat Formula V racer by John Monnett, first flown in 1971 and sold as plans and kits.
The Wolf W-11 Boredom Fighter is a U.S. single-seat homebuilt biplane by Donald Wolf, first flown in 1979 and styled after the SPAD S.XIII.
The Bowers Fly Baby Biplane, or Fly Baby 1-B, was the biplane variant of Peter M. Bowers's 1962 EAA-winning homebuilt design.
The Bowers Fly Baby 1A was a U.S. single-seat homebuilt sport monoplane by Peter M. Bowers, winner of the EAA's 1962 design contest.
