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Gunskirchen, Austria (ots) - BRP-Rotax unveils its latest milestone in aviation
with Aircraft Meets Racetrack. In an unprecedented accomplishment for the
Bahrain International Circuit, Red Bull athlete and Rotax Ambassador Luke
Czepiela became the first pilot to fly this Grand Prix track's complete racing
line from the air, showcasing the capabilities of Rotax powered aviation in a
dramatic low-level performance.
In a demonstration of precision aviation, Luke Czepiela traced the full ideal
line of the Bahrain International Circuit at low level, including short takeoffs
and landings (STOL) on the start/finish straight. The achievement is documented
in the short film Aircraft Meets Racetrack , the first project to emerge from
BRP-Rotax's Brand Ambassador partnership with Luke Czepiela, launched in 2025.
The short film premiered during the Bahrain International Circuit's official F1
pre-season press conference today.
When Racing Meets Aviation
The project transfers what racing drivers follow on the ground with high
precision accuracy into the sky. The circuit's racing line becomes an aerial
flight path, demanding exceptionally tight tolerances, high and low speeds, and
uncompromising line discipline. Conducting the maneuver required extreme
precision. Low altitude, shifting wind conditions, more than 495 light poles,
and the narrow, enclosed layout of the Grand Prix track created an environment
with virtually no margin for error.
"Flying a racing line from the air demands absolute control at low altitude and
instant reaction in every phase," said Czepiela, Rotax Brand Ambassador. "It is
precision flying in its purest form."
The flight was performed in a CubCrafters Carbon Cub UL equipped with the 160-hp
Rotax 916 iS engine. The aircraft's lightweight STOL design, immediate throttle
response, and exceptional power-to-weight ratio made the aerial replication of
the racing line possible.
Production took place during the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals in
Bahrain - marking the first time all project partners collaborated on-site.
Working closely with the Bahrain International Circuit, Red Bull Bahrain, and
local authorities, the team implemented a comprehensive safety and operations
plan. The track and airspace were fully closed to ensure uninterrupted filming,
supported by constant air traffic coordination and emergency services on-site.
"With Luke Czepiela, we aimed to create something that authentically unites our
two passions: racing and aviation," said Peter Ölsinger, General Manager of
BRP-Rotax and Vice-President Sales, Marketing RPS-Business & Communications.
"This project represents technical precision, long-standing partnerships, and
the courage to pursue new creative paths."
The film not only showcases a great achievement - it underscores Rotax's mission
to connect disciplines, push boundaries, and deliver high-performance
experiences on the ground and in the air.
Links:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNgMGArCGBU
Presskit: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/hx6tkx8noatgydegdasdf/AOkll1z53-D1HecnS
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Pressekontakt:
BRP-Rotax
Gerrit Zinnhobler
E-Mail: mailto:gerrit.zinnhobler@brp.com
Weiteres Material: http://presseportal.de/pm/181998/6214416
OTS: BRP-Rotax
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