Buckle up and learn about the diamondshaped Dyke JD2 Delta, an audacious homebuilt born in a visionary’s basement in Ohio. Designed in the 1960s, the Delta was never massproduced and presently few remain in airworthy condition, but its owners / builders feverishly defend the type’s reputation as one of the best aircraft they’ve ever flown.

The Delta also lays fame to claim as one of the first aircraft ever to include a feature built into its design that could have revolutionized airplane ownership as we know. Enjoy the video!

HUGE thanks to the tribe of Delta owners who contributed to this video, especially Linda and John Dyke.

Full construction plans and 3view drawings for the Dyke Delta are available for purchase! Email [email protected] to order yours.

Join the Delta group for more info and connect with Delta owners and builders:
https://aviation.groups.io/g/DykeDelta

Another big thank you to Dillon Hopson and Jim Maher who contributed his time to educate me on his wonderful machine and share their footage with me.

Dillon Hopson:    / @dillonhopson4367  
Jim Maher:    / @flyingdeltawing7639  


I don't own these clips. All rights are reserved to their respective owners. Creative common videos are also utilized. If your clip is included and you'd like it removed, please email me, and we'll address the matter right away. [email protected]


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