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Old 07-05-2002 | 01:17 PM
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Default My SimJet Sonic's first run

Hi All,

I'm beside myself with excitement! My Simjet Sonic 120 ran for the first time yesterday. The experience can be summed-up in two words... Perfectly Flawless!

The engine started, idled and throttled smoothly and seamlessly the first time! All systems worked as advertised. This engine is a jewel! To add icing to the cake, I built the Sonic myself! I will continue to run her on the test stand for a few more days, performing checks and familiarizing, before I send her to Denmark for the final sign-off. I have to tell you... The throttle response is non existant! You go from idle to full throttle and the engine follows suit immediately and smoothly. It's amazing!

I'm very pumped! Can't wait to get her airborne!

Craig