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Can the engines be re-started in flight?

April 26, 2017engines flight re-started

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Can the engines be re-started in flight?

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Yes. While this aircraft was designed specifically for airshow flying (with no onboard start equipment), the engines have been successfully re-started in flight by windmilling. Windmill starting requires the pilot to fly specific speeds (30-70 knots) during different portions of the start sequence. Future iterations will include onboard electric start equipment, allowing “one-touch” starting.