Davis DA-6 explained

The Davis DA-6 is a prototype V-tailed, low wing, four-place aircraft. The aircraft was based on the Davis DA-2 design with an extended "greenhouse" glass cabin.

Development

The prototype aircraft was built in Stanton, Texas and intended to be certified with a Lycoming O-320 engine. Even though the aircraft was based on a homebuilt design, it was intended to be eventually certified.[1]

Design

The aircraft has a unique feature, a small 6" long airfoil under the V-tail used as a "flying trim tab".

Operational history

The prototype was displayed at both the EAA Convention and the Kerrville, Texas fly-in in 1981.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Sport Aviation. October 1981. 69. Norm Peterson.
  2. Sport Aviation. February 1982. 14. Dick Cavin.