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July 04, 2010

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2010, is a new frontier for Light Speed Engineering.  Leading ignition technology in aircraft since 1986, the company has evolved as the known source for proven performance and reliability.  To better serve the aviation community, Light Speed Engineering will be working in support of our distribution centers at Oshkosh AirVenture 2010 and will be available at the following locations throughout the week.

• AeroSport Power, Booth # 315, (Map)

• America's Aircraft Engines

• Cub Crafters, Booth #273 & 274

• ECi, Booth # 305

• Aircraft Spruce & Specialty, Booths 1022-1029

• Teledyne Mattituck Engines

• Van's Aircraft, Booths 631 - 633

Light Speed Engineering will also present two forums.

• Tuesday 7/27, 8:30 AM - 9:45 AM, 
  Flight Efficiency Optimization, REMOS Aircraft Pavilion 5, Klaus Savier

  • Exploring various aspects of efficiency from flight technique to modern technology.

• Friday 7/30, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM, 
  The Electrically Dependent Aircraft, Workshop Classroom I, Klaus Savier

  • The Electrically Dependent Homebuilt- A discussion on the factors involved in building an electrically dependent airplane.
    

The Plasma III and Plasma II Plus Capacitor Discharge (CD) Ignition systems give you the best power and efficiency increase of any ignition source available today.

Proven for over 23 years in racing and numerous world records, it is the best choice to make your engine run smoother with more power and 10 - 20% better range (dependent on power setting).

The reliability and light weight of the Plasma CDI cannot be matched by any mechanically driven system.

2009 FuelVenture Competition a Great Success Light Speed Engineering's technology demonstrator achieved the highest score in the 400 mile race for efficiency. With a 70% lead in the overall CAFE score, Klaus Savier flying the "Delaminator" a highly modified Vari Eze, clearly demonstrated the benefits of LSE's specialized Plasma CD ignition and fully controllable high pressure fuel injection system.   Averaging 45mpg at a speed of 207mph, this technology demonstrator also clinched the title for Highest MPG. Visit http://www.fuelventure.org for details and a complete listing of the results. Read the story by Jason Paur on Wired.com, http://www.wired.com/autopia/2009/11/45mpg-at-207mph/.

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Helicopteres Guimbal's new CABRI G2  Photo credit: C. KERMAREC - Helicopteres Magazine EASA Supplemental Type Certificate  for  Light Speed Engineering’s PLASMA CDI press release...     Since 1986, practically all speed and efficiency competition has been dominated by aircraft with Light Speed Engineering technology. Some top finishers not only use LSE Plasma CDI ignition systems but also our advanced composite products.  (To view successes... click here)     A Few Customer Comments: Photo by Scott Slocum "I have been using the Light Speed Engineering dual electronic ignition system in my air show airplane for over a year.  The system not only works flawlessly, it has made a noticeable improvement in power and smoothness.  Not only do I feel confident with this system while flying my air show routine, but more importantly during the long cross-country flights to and from each show.  I am also getting lower fuel flows at similar power settings as compared to magnetos.  I am now installing the same system on my support airplane and would not hesitate to recommend this upgrade to anyone.  Light Speed Rocks!" Sincerely,  Skip Stewart www.SkipStewartAirshows.com   "The Plasma III is a big improvement over all the systems I've used (and I've used them all).  Thanks for offering such a fine product."   Steve Wright Stagger EZ www.WrightAircraft.com   - - I am flying the Glasair about 500+ hours a year.  Put 17 hours on it last week on a trip to New York and back to Texas.  On the way back, 12.6 gph, 210kts indicated, at 12,500 MSL.  That is over 2+gallons less per hour than running rich of peak with only 5 to 7 kts lower airspeed.  With the increase in fuel prices ($5.50 in New York), that's $150.00 in fuel savings.  The plugs are not fouling like they were before the new ignitions.  The hot starting problems are gone.  Just runs great- a noticeable difference on climb out.  We are seeing 170 kts and 700 FPM rates up to 7,000 feet. Thanks, Tommy Stoneman

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