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Game Composites Delivers 100th Aerobatic GameBird
By: Matt Thurber
Caption: Certified in 2019, the GB1 is an aerobatic airplane that is comfortable for flying longer distances
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Bentonville, Arkansas-based Game Composites has delivered its 100th GB1 GameBird, a single-engine, carbon-fiber composite airplane that is not only at home in the competitive unlimited aerobatics realm but also comfortable to fly on long-distance trips.
With a range of more than 1,000 nm, the GameBird cruises at 200 knots and has load limits of plus or minus 10 G and a roll rate of 400 degrees per second. It is “the only FAA-certified two-seat airplane manufactured in the U.S. capable of unlimited aerobatics,” according to Game Composites.
Powered by a 303-hp Lycoming AEIO-580-B1A piston engine, the GameBird features dual Garmin G3X Touch avionics (in the front and rear cockpit) with 10.6-inch displays, a smoke system, and integrated GoPro-style camera mounts in both wingtips.

Brent McCasland is the buyer of GB1 number 100. “I’m beyond excited to take delivery of the 100th GB1 GameBird,” he said. “From the minute I laid eyes on the plane, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on one of my own!”
“This delivery marks a huge milestone for Game Composites,” said Philipp Steinbach, CEO and chief designer. “From day one, our goal was to build an aircraft that redefines performance while prioritizing safety. Delivering the 100th GB1 is a testament to our team’s dedication and passion, and recognition by our customers.”