Pitts S2S Specifications

Airframe

• Serial Number: 1004
• Seats:  1
• Length: 21 feet
• Height: 6 feet 7 inches
• Wingspan: 24 feet 7 inches
• Empty Weight:  1224 pounds
• Max Gross Weight: 1575 pounds
• Max Baggage: 20 pounds
• Useful Load:  351 pounds

Powerplant & Systems

• Engine:  Lycoming AEIO-540-D4A5
• Power: 290 HP
• Propeller:  MT 3 Blade Constant Speed
• Fuel capacity:  35 gallons
• Range: 350 miles

Speeds & Performance

• Roll Rate:  310 degree/sec
• Max Climb:  3300 fpm
• Stall Speed: 58 mph
• Max Maneuvering Speed: 154 mph
• Never Exceed Speed: 203 mph
• Best Glide Speed:  97 mph
• Routine G Loading:  +6  -3

Modifications

• Wing tips removed and wings squared
• Wings reinforced with extra rib, and metal leading edges replaced with wood
• Raven ailerons hinged back 30%, and retrofitted to existing Pitts wings
• Streamlined composite cowl with annular cooling to reduce drag
• Steel spring gear
• Barrett Performance Aircraft Cold Air Induction
• 6 into 1 exhaust
• Rudder area enlarged and squared