The RLU-1 Breezy is a homebuilt aircraft known for its "no cockpit" high wing pusher configuration. It is designed to seat the pilot and passenger with a maximum unobstructed view.[2][3]
Design and development
Designed and built by Charles Roloff, Robert Liposky and Carl Unger, the original Breezy used a modified set of Piper PA-12 wings. Wings from the Piper PA-14, Piper PA-18, Piper J-3, Piper J-4, Piper J-5, or Cessna 172[4] can also be used on the design.[2] It first flew on August 7, 1964.[5]
Operational history
RLU-1 BreezyAmphibious Breezy
Designer and pilot Carl Unger flew thousands of passengers for free in his Breezy prototype. The aircraft is now part of the EAA AirVenture Museum collection.[6]
At the 2014 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh there was a series of special events to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the design, including a fly-in of Breezys.[1]
Variants
Dawes Breezy
Variant with amphibious floats[7]
Specifications (Breezy)
Data from Sport Aviation
General characteristics
Capacity: 3
Length: 22 ft 6 in (6.86 m)
Wingspan: 33 ft (10 m)
Height: 8 ft 6 in (2.59 m)
Wing area: 165 sq ft (15.3 m2)
Fuel capacity: 10 U.S. gallons (38 L; 8.3 imp gal)
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