A Dynamic duo

Two Aerospool WT9 Dynamics were seen parked in the same hangar at Rangiora today (06-08-2010).

ZK-DYZ at Rangiora 06-08-2010

The fixed gear demonstrator ZK-DYZ , c/n DY146/2006 , belonging to the agent Drake Aviation was with the retractable geared ZK-EWW , c/n DY057/2004 , which belongs to Kevin Slattery of Rangiora. This aircraft had new generation wings retrofitted at the manufacturers factory during 2008. These have the extra fuel tanks fitted in each wing, giving a total of 125 litres, or six hours endurance. Also has the new wing tips.

ZK-EWW at Rangiora 06-08-2010

 A third aircraft, the new retractable geared demonstrator ZK-DYN3, lives just 3.5 clicks to the South at Fernside.