The Model 12
The Pitts Model 12 is arguably the BEST biplane ever designed by the master himself, Curtis Pitts.
The Pitts Model 12 was specifically designed around the Russian Vedeneyev M14P/PF 360-400 HP radial engine. Scroll down the page to learn more about this fantastic airplane and the people associated with it's development and sales.
specifications
The Pitts Model 12 is a high performance biplane. With tandem seating, the Model 12 fills the need for aerobatic performance as well as a nostalgic love of biplanes.Here you can find all the technical specifications for the Plans Version, the HP Kit Version and the Model 12 S version.
Plans Version Model 12
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
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Plans built
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2 seat tandem biplane
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Fully aerobatic
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Tube, wood, fabric construction
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Powered by M14P/PF engine
DIMENSIONS
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Span 23ft
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Length 20ft 6in
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Empty weight 1550lb
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Gross weight 2550lb
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Wing loading 14.9lb/sq.ft
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Fuel 54 gallons
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Baggage 40lb
PERFORMANCE
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Cruise speed 170mph
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Rate of climb 2900ft/min
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Stall speed 64mph
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Roll rate 240deg/sec
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Range 500 mile
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G limit +6, -4.5 (+9, -7.5 ult)
HP Kit Version Model 12
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
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Kit built
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2 seat tandem biplane
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Fully aerobatic
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Tube, wood, fabric construction
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Powered by M14P/PF engine
DIMENSIONS
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Span 22ft
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Length 19ft 8in
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Empty weight 1525lb
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Gross weight 2550lb
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Wing loading 15.3lb/sq.ft
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Fuel 54 gallons
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Baggage 40lb
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Smoke 7 gallons
PERFORMANCE
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Cruise speed 175mph
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Rate of climb 3500ft/min
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Stall speed 64mph
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Roll rate 300deg/sec
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Range 525 mile
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G limit +6, -4.5 (+9, -7.5 ult)
Model 12 S
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
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Factory built by 92nd West Aviation
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Single seat Aerobatic Biplane
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Carbon fiber and titanium
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Special wings and ailerons
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Tube, wood, fabric construction
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Powered by M14PF engine
DIMENSIONS
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Span 21ft
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Length 19ft 8in
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Empty weight 1400lb
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Gross weight 1900lb
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Wing loading 13.98lb/sq.ft
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Fuel 36 gallons
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Baggage 40lb
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Smoke 12 gallons
Kits & Components
The Pitts Model 12 is available to builders in the form of a high quality set of sub-kits.
The High Performance Kit version of the Pitts Model 12 incorporates several improvements to the basic design
in an effort to increase performance, pilot comfort and enhance aesthetics.
These High Performance Components are available along with assembly instructions for each sub kit.
For more Information
For pricing, plans, and to discuss purchase options contact Don at 92nd West Aviation.
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Call: 501-658-9092
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email: don@92ndWestAviation.com
PERFORMANCE
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Cruise speed 175mph
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Rate of climb 3800ft/min
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Stall speed 62mph
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Roll rate 370deg/sec
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Range 350 mile
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G limit +8, -6 (+11, -9 ult)