Ivan Shaw - a life in aviation - from drummer to aircraft designer
As a musician on a cruise ship, Ivan Shaw's decision to build his own plane resulted in Britain's most successful designer of light aircraft. Modifying a Long-EZ to twin engines started a journey which resulted in the Europa, with worldwide sales of over 1000 aircraft. Ivan moved on to design the Liberty XL2, a larger certified version of the Europa concept.
The best was yet to come, with the ISA Seeker, Ivan's retirement project. Designed to achieve 100mpg at 140mph, or 180kts - on 100HP, Ivan hopes to be the first person ever to design a plane, build a plane and fly it round the world!
With test flying underway, Ivan will talk us through his career, his philosophy and his desire for the ultimate 'personal aircraft'.
You are welcome to come along and enjoy the first of our evening talks this year. If you are planning to attend, please complete the form link attached no later than 12 noon on Tuesday 13th June.