There is no doubt that Hill's enthusiasm, knowledge and technical ability are impressive
We all know how eye-wateringly expensive/overpriced the big manufacturers' aircraft and parts are, and I am sure we have all wondered "why so expensive?"
Even if the HX50 meets 75% of the quoted speed/range/payload etc, it will be impressive, for £500,000.
And there is surely a huge gap in the market for such an aircraft? given the closest rival is an R66 (almost £1 million, and with the "clock ticking" rebuild issue)
I really hope Hill succeeds, but personally I think he has major obstacles (engine, premises, staff etc) in delivering the sheer amount of orders in the timeframe quoted.
I guess we will know more when the prototype actually gets flying and tested, which I estimate will be Late 2023 (at the very earliest)
I've no vested interest, but I watch with interest
Last edited by hargreaves99; 12th Oct 2022 at 08:38.