Pitts S-1C Special ZK-RMR

There has been a bit of activity in the Pitts Special fraternity around the country recently.

Robert McNair has constructed this magnificent Pitts S-1C model with its conventional aerofoil section with the flat bottom and a single set of ailerons in the lower wing.

It has a lockable Haigh tail-wheel - using brakes for steering.

 The engine is a Lycoming O-320 of 160hp.

Note the  black and white pattern under both wings.
As ZK-RMR it awaits completion of bureaucratic administration.
Robert is well known for his Tiger Moth ZK-AUD, for his time with the Lincoln Sports ZK-BMV and off course the McNair Mynah's.

Photographs taken at Ardmore during high power engine runs on 25-05-2019 by Andrew Phillpotts.