The Wittman V-Witt also called Witts V and Witt's VeePlane and Pilot: 1978 Aircraft Directory, page 160. Werner & Werner Corp, Santa Monica CA, 1977. is single-engine tube-and-fabric construction aircraft specifically made for Formula V Air Racing.
Design The aircraft is made of welded steel tube fuselage with fabric covering. The thin-profile wings are wire-supported. The engine requires a 12-inch extension to mount the propeller ahead of a streamlined cowling.
Operational history The Witts V was flown in races and demonstrations from 1972 to 1981.
The prototype aircraft is on display at the EAA Airventure Museum in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Specifications (Wittman V-Witt)
Triangular wing tips brought the span to 20 ft.(EAA Museum web site)
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