Morris earned his wings in 1968 and throughout his aviation career. A career — which includes commercial, military, corporate, and general aviation flying — has accumulated more than 25,000 hours of total flying time in at least 70 different types of airplanes.
I earned my wings in 1968 and have enjoyed an aviation career in commercial, military, corporate, and general aviation. I have accumulated more than 25,000 hours of total flying time in at least 70 different types of airplanes. I am honored to have Type Ratings in the Boeing 737, 757, 767, DC-9, L382, LRJET, and HS125.
I was an instructor pilot on C130s in the US Air Force Reserve from 1974 – 1980. Now, I’m a retired Delta Air Lines Captain where I was also a line check pilot. I also currently am a contract pilot with Orion Aviation. I live in Dahlonega, GA, with my wife, Kari.
Airframe Type
Experimental RV8
Performance
Maximum Continuous HP195
Max. RPM @ full power2700
Maximum Recommended TBO (hours)2,000
Number of Cylinders4
Bore (inches)5.125
Stroke (inches)4.500
Displacement (cubic inches)371.0
Compression Ratio9.6:1
CHT - maximum500° F
CHT at max. cruise (recommended)425° F
Spark Plug Boss
18mm / 14mm
Fuel
Delivery SystemFuel Injection AFP-150
Aviation Grade, Octane (recommended)
100/100LL
Dimensions
Height (inches)20.36
Width (inches)33.41
Length (inches)29.07
Weight
(estimated dry weight in lbs.)255
Oil Temperature
Desired T/O180°F
Maximum Oil Temperature T/O245°F
Normal Operating Oil Pressure,
psi (Max/Min/Idle)90 / 60 / 25
Engine Mount
Dynafocal Type 1 (Conical optional)
Propeller
Constant Speed (Fixed Pitch optional)
Prop Governor
LocationRight Rear
Crankshaft
Flange.44 thick
Stroke4.375
Bushings (prop bolt size)1/2-20 UNF
Oil Capacity8 quarts
Induction PlenumHot
MaterialAluminum