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The single-seat MXS uses a carbon-fibre structure, low wing and compact fuselage for competition aerobatics. The MXS-R developed the aircraft for air racing, with equipment and configuration specific to that role. The simulator represents the racing version.
Aircraft background
Wikipedia contributors · Read more ↗Experience is supported by preparation away from the cockpit
Asked about his age before the Gdynia race, Lamb described experience as something that helped him feel comfortable in the demanding world of pylon racing. He was pleased with the season’s progress, including his Malaysian win, while his team continued working to make the MXS-R faster. His preparation extended beyond the aircraft.
Przegląd Sportowy interview · July 2014, before the Gdynia race. Lamb discusses racing his MXS-R; earlier Longleat and film flights in the interview are separate experiences.
Przegląd Sportowy · Read more ↗Into the cockpit
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Matt Hall flying aerobatics in MXS-R
Matt Hall demonstrates the MXS-R at Langley Park in Perth.
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Meet MX Aircraft MXS-R
The single-seat MXS uses a carbon-fibre structure, low wing and compact fuselage for competition aerobatics. The MXS-R developed the aircraft for air racing, with equipment and configuration specific to that role. The simulator represents the racing version.
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History & design
From the MX2 to a single-seat competition aircraft
MX Aircraft describes the MXS as a close relative of its two-seat MX2, refocused on agility and unlimited aerobatics. The single-seat carbon-fibre airframe and tailored controls reflect that competition purpose. The family also underlies specialised race and display aircraft, but the manufacturer offers a range of engine and equipment choices. A specification for a standard MXS or a particular race aircraft therefore needs that scope when reading about the simulated MXS-R.
MX Aircraft · MXS development and construction ↗MX Aircraft account of the MXS development and configurable equipment.
Pilot accounts
Experience is supported by preparation away from the cockpit
Asked about his age before the Gdynia race, Lamb described experience as something that helped him feel comfortable in the demanding world of pylon racing. He was pleased with the season’s progress, including his Malaysian win, while his team continued working to make the MXS-R faster.
His preparation extended beyond the aircraft. Squash supplied a competitive workout that exercised his reactions, while yoga, Pilates and strength work contributed to his fitness. The interview presents confidence as something maintained through that combination of flying, physical preparation and team effort. Lamb did not regard age itself as an obstacle, but his answer still gave considerable weight to the work required to stay ready for competition.
Przegląd Sportowy interview · July 2014, before the Gdynia race. Lamb discusses racing his MXS-R; earlier Longleat and film flights in the interview are separate experiences.
Read the full account · Przegląd Sportowy ↗Returning to the racer means regaining its particular feel
Hall felt comfortable with the physical demands of racing, but that confidence had exposed a different weakness. Back in Australia he flew several other aircraft, and returning to the MXS-R required time to recover its particular feel. Familiarity with flying in general was not giving him the precision he wanted in this aeroplane.
Before the Dallas–Fort Worth race, he planned more practice to rebuild that connection with the controls. He also changed his travel arrangements, flying directly from Britain rather than returning to Australia first. Arriving awake and alert made the coming week feel more promising.
Australian Flying relays Red Bull Media remarks · September 2014. MXS-R preparation before the Dallas–Fort Worth round; distinct from Hall’s later Edge 540 racing.
Read the full account · Australian Flying / Red Bull Media ↗A newcomer reaches the start gate with a mentor behind him
Brageot entered the Master Class with more than an aircraft inherited from Nigel Lamb. A mentoring programme had brought him inside the team, where he learned what each person contributed and practised the MXS on the racecourse. Lamb remained available afterwards, offering advice by telephone and message as his successor began competing.
That preparation did not make the first season effortless. A technical problem at San Diego cost Brageot training and qualifying time, leaving an awkward start to race day. He described solving the problem as part of building experience together. Mental preparation mattered too: a deliberate routine helped him arrive at the start gate ready to concentrate on flying rather than everything happening around the race.
Aki Solomos interview · July 2017. Master Class MXS-R, renamed MXS-Skyracer, previously flown by Nigel Lamb; Challenger Class flights were in the Extra 330LX.
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Aircraft specifications
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| Specification | Published value |
|---|---|
| Length | 6.51 m (21.35 ft) |
| Wingspan | 7.3 m (24 ft) |
| Height | 1.8 m (6 ft) |
| Empty weight | 572 kg (1,260 lb) |
| Gross weight | 726 kg (1,600 lb) |
| Max takeoff weight | 835 kg (1,840 lb) |
| Powerplant | 1 × Lycoming AEIO-540EXP MT Propeller MTV9 203 20D blades, 190–280 kW (250–380 hp) Hartzell 3 blade "Claw" counterweighted propeller |
| Maximum speed | 426 km/h (265 mph, 230 kn) |
| Cruise speed | 330 km/h (210 mph, 180 kn) |
| Stall speed | 107 km/h (67 mph, 58 kn) |
| Range | 1,390 km (860 mi, 750 nmi) |
| Rate of climb | 18 m/s (3,500 ft/min) |
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Pilot account
Experience is supported by preparation away from the cockpitPrzegląd Sportowy interview · July 2014, before the Gdynia race. Lamb discusses racing his MXS-R; earlier Longleat and film flights in the interview are separate experiences.
Asked about his age before the Gdynia race, Lamb described experience as something that helped him feel comfortable in the demanding world of pylon racing. He was pleased with the season’s progress, including his Malaysian win, while his team continued working to make the MXS-R faster. His preparation extended beyond the aircraft. Squash supplied a competitive workout that exercised his reactions, while yoga, Pilates and strength work contributed to his fitness.
Nigel Lamb
Przegląd Sportowy · Read the source ↗Returning to the racer means regaining its particular feelAustralian Flying relays Red Bull Media remarks · September 2014. MXS-R preparation before the Dallas–Fort Worth round; distinct from Hall’s later Edge 540 racing.
Hall felt comfortable with the physical demands of racing, but that confidence had exposed a different weakness. Back in Australia he flew several other aircraft, and returning to the MXS-R required time to recover its particular feel. Familiarity with flying in general was not giving him the precision he wanted in this aeroplane. Before the Dallas–Fort Worth race, he planned more practice to rebuild that connection with the controls.
Matt Hall
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Microsoft Flight Simulator aircraft manualsMicrosoft / aircraft developersAircraft background
MX Aircraft MXSWikipedia contributors · Research background · Wikipedia revision 1325253314 · retrieved 2026-09-12Resource
MSFS 2024 FAQ and edition aircraft inventoryMicrosoftType designator
ICAO Doc 8643 — aircraft type designatorsInternational Civil Aviation Organization · Public search data retrieved 2026-09-14; authority update 2026-09-03Aircraft documentation
MXS development and constructionMX Aircraft · MX Aircraft account of the MXS development and configurable equipment.Built-in force-feedback profiles
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