Rans Aircraft has its latest new kit airplane design on static display at EAA AirVenture this week, the S-21 Outbound, featuring a 180-hp Titan engine and STOL capability. "This is exciting for us," said designer Randy Schlitter, "building a big two-seater with a lot of power and aerodynamics that allow both a 150-mph-plus cruise and STOL credentials, and building in features that make assembly easier and more accurate than ever." The S-21 is an all-metal high-wing design, and can be built as either a tricycle-gear or a taildragger. It's also the highest-payload design ever from Rans, ready to carry 625 pounds for pilot, passenger and cargo, plus full fuel.
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