Edgley Optica
The Edgley EA-7 Optica is a British aircraft made for low-speed observation work. It is intended as an inexpensive alternative to helicopters. Its first flight was in December 1979. Over the next three years, the company was built up to full manufacturing capability, the aircraft received UK certification, and the first customer aircraft was delivered. Despite this success, the additional investment necessary for the final phase of full production was not forthcoming.