Gunskirchen, Austria, August 27, 2008 – BRP-Rotax hosted the first Rotax Fly-In in cooperation with Weisse Moewe Wels from August 21 to 24, 2008, at the airport in Wels, Upper Austria. More than 135 pilots from 15 countries participated in this event.
"As this was our very first Fly-In, we were delighted that the number of participants exceeded our expectations, said – Mr. Michael Wagner, Director Aircraft Engines, of BRP-Rotax. "Everyone was happy to be part of this happening and BRP-Rotax and Weisse Moewe Wels are hoping to host another Fly-In next year."
Seki Shuhei, a Japanese citizen living in Florida, arrived in Wels after a 6-day trip. He pointed out that his confidence in the reliability of his Rotax® aircraft engine was the only reason he considered coming over to the first Rotax Fly-In. Special modifications to the interior of his SportCruiser† enabled Mr. Shuhei to transport enough fuel to manage the long distance quickly and with a minimum of effort.
Women pilots were well represented at the Fly-In with the participation of Rosi Hempel, national champion and pilot instructor from Germany. Mrs. Hempel attended the event and spoke about her 40 year career as a pilot.
The visit of the BRP-Rotax plant in Gunskirchen was highlighted by the opportunity for attendees to discuss with BRP-Rotax engineers about the company and especially about aviation.
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About BRP-Rotax
BRP-Rotax, a subsidiary of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., is an international market leader in the development and production of 4-stroke and advanced 2-stroke Rotax® engines for motorised recreational products like Ski-Doo® and Lynx® snowmobiles, Can-Am all-terrain vehicles (quads) and roadsters, Sea-Doo personal watercraft and sport boats, as well as scooters, motorcycles, karts and aircraft. The company has developed over 350 engine models for recreational vehicles and has produced more than 6 million engines over the last 50 years.
About BRP
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), a privately-held company, is a world leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of motorised recreational vehicles. Its portfolio of brands and products includes: Ski‑Doo® and Lynx® snowmobiles, Sea‑Doo® watercraft and sport boats, Evinrude® and Johnson® outboard engines, direct injection technologies such as E-TEC®, Can-Am™ all-terrain vehicles and roadsters, and Rotax® engines and karts.
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For Information:
BRP-Rotax:
Alexandra Reisinger
PR & PMO Projects
BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co. KG
Phone: +43 7246 / 601 202
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