The Brand New Great Lakes by WACO - The Pinnacle of Aerobatic General Aviation
GREAT LAKES
180 Horsepower 153 MPH Vne 120 MPH Cruise
It's timeless
it's time
The very best things in life are ageless. They are imbued with a classic sense of design, impeccable workmanship, dependable functionality and an aesthetic appeal that defies the passage of time. So it is with the Great Lakes 2T-1A-2. If you appreciate the successful fusion of classic and contemporary, if you aspire to the very best, it’s time—your time. Time for the Great Lakes by WACO.
classic & contemporary
A faithful homage to the Golden Age of aviation with robust, corrosion-resistant welded steel-tube structure; two staggered wings, one swept; and two open cockpits. These Golden Age features combine with modern design and safety standards with all-weather fabric skins, cockpit covers, cabin heater, and toe brakes.
Each Great Lakes by WACO is hand-built by experienced craftsmen to achieve the highest quality for lifetimes of adventures to come.
the pilot
the plane
the passion
What distinguishes the pilot from the traveler is the passion for flight. It is the exhilaration of soaring above the surface of the earth. It is the wonder of exploring unrestricted movement in three dimensions, just because you can. And it is the joy that flows from the revelation that pilot and airplane are one.
choose your style
make it your own
The handcrafted approach to manufacturing a Great Lakes by WACO allows for much personalization. The Great Lakes is fully aerobatic, but you can add to its performance with a lightweight aerobatic battery. You can configure your Great Lakes for banner towing. Leather seats are available. An electronic attitude indicator can be installed in the rear cockpit, and airspeed and altimeter in the front.
design your paint scheme
The possibilities are endless when it comes to the exterior paint scheme of your new Great Lakes. With over 150 base colors to choose from and your choice of matte, clear coat, or metallic finish - rest assured that your design is a true extension of your personality.
choose your interior
Work with our in-house design team to configure the interior of your new Great Lakes.
Choose from over 80 shades of durable high-quality leather - design your stitch pattern, choose your harness and select the flooring that suits your style and needs.
After all, it's what's on the inside that counts.
configure your instrument panel
Using your imagination our avionics team will design your instrument panel according to your wants and needs.
The Great Lakes is a fully aerobatic biplane and has been approved for night flight. You choose from classic gauges or an array of Garmin avionics.
You have the ability to completely customize both the front and rear cockpits to your standards.
Limited
Availability
Each Great Lakes is delicately handcrafted by our team of specialized artisans in Battle Creek, MI. Each aircraft requires over 4,000 labor hours to produce, with fit and finish quality and meticulous attention to detail. This extensive manufacturing process limits our ability to produce these flying works of art in vast quantities, which puts your Great Lakes in an exclusive class of its own.
Confidence in our ability to produce aircraft of such class can be seen and heard by over 150 owners across the globe. We strive to offer an unparalleled purchase & ownership experience.
standard equipment
powerplant
performance
Engine - Lycoming AEIO-360
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180 HP @ 2700 RPM
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1600 HR TBO
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Inverted Fuel & Oil
Propeller
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MT 2-Blade Constant Speed
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153 MPH Vne
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120 MPH Cruise Speed
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57 MPH Stall Speed
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10 Gallon/Hour Consumption
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+5.4 / -4.0 G Limits @ 1800 lbs
JPI EDM 930
Deluxe Engine Analyzer
Trig TY91
Com Radio
Garmin AERA 660
WAAS GPS
Trig TT22
Mode S Transponder
Storage Compartment
Rear Cockpit
Aerobatic Harnesses
Hooker Brand
Cockpit Cover
Front & Rear
LED Lighting
Nav, Strobe, Beacon, Taxi
Heated Cockpit
Rear Standard
Hydraulic Brakes
Toe-Operated - Front & Rear
27 Gallon Fuel Tank
Upper Wing
Oleo Strut Landing Gear
No Leak & No Bounce
optional equipment
Heated Cockpit
Front
Garmin G5
Airspeed & Altimeter
3-Blade Prop
MT Constant Speed
(Pending FAA Approval)