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Fred Williams of Tisdale, Saskatchewan was one of Canada's pioneering aircraft homebuilders. He designed the plans in 1950 and completed the aircraft in 1957. It was registered as CF-RAB and was issued Flight Permit No. 001 under the "Ultralight Aircraft Category" now known as "Amateurbuilt". The High Wing Parasol took five years to build, had a 40 hp 2 cylinder engine and a top speed of 85 mph. The new Sensenich prop cost $85. Fred poses with his homebuilt "Little Snooker". Fred Williams passed away on February 28, 2002. |
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