Oshkosh 2000 Image Gallery: <br>Day Six, Picture 16

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The Viperjet is a homebuilt, two-place jet aircraft that draws a significant crowd.
  • It is powered by a converted T-55 helicopter engine, offering an efficiency of approximately 40 gallons per hour.
  • The aircraft is estimated to achieve a top speed of around 350 knots.
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The Viperjet, homebuilt 2-place jet, draws a crowd. This aircraft is powered by a T-55 helicopter conversion. It’s more efficient and they get about 40 gallons to the hour. We’ve guestimated that they can get a top speed of about 350 kts.


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