Extra EA-260
Extra Aircraft · Germany · first flew 1992 · light aircraft
The Extra EA-260 is a single-seat unlimited aerobatic competition monoplane from Extra Aircraft, designed for the highest levels of aerobatic competition. It is closely related to the Extra 260 and represents Walter Extra's mid-wing monoplane design philosophy.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Single-seat unlimited aerobatic monoplane
- Mid-wing composite construction with large prop
- Extra Aircraft family — related to Extra 300
A short, mid-wing monoplane with a large Lycoming or similar piston engine, spatted or bare undercarriage, and a bubble canopy; virtually indistinguishable at a distance from the Extra 300 without close inspection.
Specifications
- The Extra EA-260 has a length of 6 m (20 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 7.6 m (25 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 405 km/h (252 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
The Extra EA-260 was developed in the early 1990s as part of Extra's expanding range of competition aerobatic aircraft. It uses composite construction to achieve a high power-to-weight ratio and precise handling characteristics required for unlimited competition.
Variants
The EA-260 is one of several Extra single-seat competition designs alongside the Extra 230, 260, and 300; differences lie mainly in wing design, fuselage length, and engine fit.
Where you'll see it
Flown competitively by aerobatic pilots in Germany and internationally; like all Extra aircraft it is privately owned and operated rather than used by military or airline operators.
Related aircraft
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