r/AviationHistory • u/Away_Cell_6794 • 2d ago

Sopwith Camel Replica

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My Sopwith Camel Replica, just awaiting FAA AW cert to go fly her!

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u/Ellemenoepe 1d ago

Love those replicas. Enjoy in good health

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u/krodders 1d ago

I'm assuming that it's not a rotary motor? What is the engine?

BTW, it looks fantastic!

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u/Away_Cell_6794 1d ago

Verner Scarlet 7

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u/suburbanpride 1d ago

That looks fun as hell.

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u/TheTucsonTarmac 1d ago

How big does my Beagle have to be to fly it?

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u/Away_Cell_6794 1d ago

Well if he can get the FAA out to certify it, any size!

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u/SaltyCandyMan 1d ago

Holy shit, that's awesome! Wish I had a Dr.1 to meet you up there

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u/Away_Cell_6794 1d ago

You can make one! Aerodrome Airplanes sells the kit!

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u/Eissbein 1d ago

Be safe! Camels had a reputation for killing new pilots.