Design Parameters

Designed by Roy LoPresti, the Fury is a technical masterpiece, a synthesis of the art of aviation design and brilliant technology. Sitting motionless on the ramp, the design makes your blood race. The sliding canopy, control sticks and sleek lines beckon even the most timid pilot to climb aboard. It is a testament to Roy's genius that the Fury sets new standards in control and performance. In initial tests with an Allison engine, the Fury climbs at over 5000 Ft/Min with a top speed of 345 MPH. Whew!

The Fury blends the lines of a WW II fighter with the first modern Biometrically designed cockpit. New technologies which reduce pilot workload and eliminate the most common control errors. Its Biometric systems permit the Fury extraordinary aerobatic agility, yet it can approach a runway with the stability of an airliner.

Flying the Fury is a dream. You just think about the necessary input and the Fury responds. The jet quality control system utilizes push tubes and ball bearings for extremely low friction. This allows separate pitch and roll inputs, providing precise command. All instruments and controls are placed for easy and logical operation and Fury's unique curved instrument panel redefines the science of data input to the pilot.

The performance goal for Fury was specified early in the design phase. A top speed of over 217 MPH on modest power and a cruise speed of over 200 MPH with a fuel consumption of 10.5 gallons per hour provides efficient cross country performance. Aerobatic capability, the ability to carry two adults in comfort while accommodating up to 100 pounds of baggage, including golf clubs, and a range of 1000 miles makes the Fury truly versatile.

LoPresti Engineering is known worldwide for its ability to simultaneously extract more performance while providing increased safety. In applying these efforts to the development of the Fury, LoPresti Engineering continues to examine and incorporate new technology. LoPresti's sister company, LoPresti Speed Merchants, will provide a new engine cowling that will further reduce cooling drag. The use of new engine and propeller technology coupled wiith LoPresti Speed Merchants' new engine cowling will further improve the Fury's already extraordinary performance.