2000 Velocity 173 RG

Finished building in 2000 and still owned by original builder and professional pilot (CPL/FI 10,000+ hours), this beauty has now flown about a total of 200 hours.

It has incredible pitch and roll stability, a solid feel on the controls and flies as a "two-finger" airplane.

The Velocity also has a remarkable large cabin. With 42" shoulder to shoulder, the Velocity is, in fact, larger than most general aviation aircraft, including most twins. In fact it is one of the world's most spacious and practical single engine aircraft! The pilot/co-pilot height is 42.5" so also well suited for taller pilots. The total length of the cockpit is 84".

The Velocity is a true high performance airplane with the ability to make 1000 nautical mile cross country trips (range at 65% Pwr) at speeds up to 180+ kts (TAS at 75% Pwr), while carrying four people and some baggage in total comfort. With the rear mounted engine, the noise, propeller turbulence, engine heat and fumes are behind you, providing an atmosphere comparable to a modern sports sedan. An adequate supply of cool fresh air is available through forward inlets; this air can also be heated by the forward mounted oil cooler.

Using modern day airfoil technology, clean cabin lines, and non-complex systems, the Velocity exceeds all other aircraft in its class in efficiency, performance, and simplicity. The Velocity has a maximum practical service ceiling of 15,000 feet but performs best at altitudes of 6,000 to 10,000 feet which is probably the best environment for comfort and efficiency of operation.

Ron Grable from "Plane & Pilot wrote: "... The Velocity is certainly one of the most attractive four-seaters in the air today. Taxiing up to any ramp will guarantee you as the center of attention."

Cockpit

Piloting chores can be shared by both pilots (or just use the autopilot), and the Velocity's incredible stability and spacious instrument panel make it an excellent IFR platform. With extremely crisp controls and excellent aerodynamic stability, the Velocity has been described as if it was mounted on rails, allowing you to fly long distances with a minimal pilot load, yet it will dogfight with the best of the two seat sport planes (but you can carry 4).

Once on the ground, the Velocity is as sure-footed as a cat, with its full-castering nosewheel, 100" wheelbase, 80" track, and oversize wheels and brakes.

Extra photographs flying

These photographs are made before the special MT prop was mounted.

You can see that from the color of the spinner!

The tinted windows keep the cockpit cool in summer and at the same time allow you to enjoy the scenery without having to wear sunglasses.

The Velocity is rock-steady in flight.

On first sight, you could mistaken it for a small jet.

Flying a Velocity could be compared to driving a Ferrari. Not only because her speed, but especially because how she looks!

People are watching. Always! But you only notice that on the airfield of course.

The picture below was taken at the exact same moment the strobe-light flashed.

This created the little star below her belly and giving the picture a nice touch.