Description
Improve front-end aerodynamic performance on your Porsche 991.1 GT3 or GT3 RS with the Verus Engineering Dual Element Dive Plane Kit. Also commonly known as canards, these aerodynamic devices are specifically designed to increase front-end downforce, shift the vehicle's aerodynamic balance forward, and direct higher-pressure airflow toward the factory intake duct while keeping the increase in drag minimal.
The dual-element design provides additional front-end grip without requiring a significantly larger front splitter, making it an effective solution for enthusiasts who want increased aerodynamic performance while maintaining street usability.
Depending on driver preference and the vehicle's overall aerodynamic setup, the dive planes may not require additional rear aero to balance the vehicle. Verus Engineering has observed up to 0.7-second lap-time improvements from increased front-end grip in high-speed corners, allowing for greater cornering speeds.
However, if the driver feels that additional rear stability is required, Verus Engineering does not recommend running these dive planes without adding a rear aerodynamic device.
The dive planes were designed in CAD using vehicle scan data and optimized through Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in ANSYS Fluent to maximize aerodynamic performance.
Each dive plane is manufactured from 1.5mm thick 2x2 twill pre-preg carbon fiber, autoclave cured, and available with either a matte or gloss automotive-grade clear coat.
Fitment
- Make: Porsche
- Model: 911 GT3 / 911 GT3 RS
- Generation: 991
- Chassis: 991.1
- Application: Porsche 991.1 GT3 and 991.1 GT3 RS
- Position: Front
- Configuration: Dual-element dive planes
- Compatibility: Designed specifically for Porsche 991.1 GT3 and GT3 RS
- Aero Compatibility: Designed to work with various Verus Engineering Ventus aerodynamic packages
What Is Included
- (1) Upper Left Dive Plane
- (1) Lower Left Dive Plane
- (1) Upper Right Dive Plane
- (1) Lower Right Dive Plane
- (1) Installation Template
- (4) Pieces of 3M VHB Double-Sided Tape, one for each dive plane
Key Features
- CFD optimized for improved aerodynamic performance
- Increases front-end downforce
- Shifts aerodynamic balance forward
- Improves front-end grip at high speed
- Allows fine adjustment of the vehicle's aerodynamic balance
- Forward-biased aerodynamic effect
- Directs high-pressure airflow toward the factory intake duct
- Designed to minimize additional drag
- Supports larger rear-wing and diffuser configurations
- Simple bolt-on or adhesive installation
- Installation templates included
- Designed to work with Verus Engineering Ventus aerodynamic packages
Specifications
- Material: 2x2 twill pre-preg carbon fiber
- Thickness: 1.5mm
- Curing Process: Autoclave cured
- Finish: Matte or gloss
- Clear Coat: UV-resistant, automotive-grade clear
- Installation: 3M VHB double-sided tape and/or bolt-on mounting
- Tape: 3M VHB tape cut specifically to the dive plane dimensions
- Development: CAD scan data and ANSYS Fluent CFD optimization
What Do Dive Planes Actually Do?
Dive planes, also called canards, are aerodynamic devices that generate additional front-end downforce and help shift a vehicle's aerodynamic balance toward the front.
By adding front aerodynamic load without requiring a substantially larger front splitter, dive planes provide an effective way to fine-tune the aerodynamic balance of a performance vehicle. This can be especially useful when running a large rear wing or rear diffuser that increases rear aerodynamic load.
For the Porsche 991.1 GT3 and GT3 RS, the Verus Engineering Dual Element Dive Plane Kit was developed as a relatively street-friendly way to add front-end downforce while maintaining a practical overall vehicle setup.
Aerodynamic Science
The Verus Engineering Dual Element Dive Plane Kit was developed to help shift the aerodynamic balance forward and increase front-end grip.
The dive planes were designed in CAD using in-house vehicle scan data and then optimized through CFD analysis in ANSYS Fluent. This development process allowed Verus Engineering to refine the aerodynamic shape and positioning for improved performance while keeping additional drag to a minimum.
The added front-end downforce can help increase grip during high-speed cornering. Verus Engineering has observed up to 0.7-second gains in certain applications as a result of the additional front-end grip and corresponding increase in corner speed.
The dive planes can also be used to fine-tune the aerodynamic balance of a vehicle equipped with a significant rear aerodynamic package. By shifting the aero balance forward, they can help complement larger rear wings and rear diffusers.
Factory Intake Airflow
A major objective of the Dual Element Dive Plane Kit is to improve the airflow entering the factory intake duct.
The dive planes are designed to feed the intake system with cleaner, higher-pressure air. At high vehicle speeds, this elevated pressure can build within the intake system and potentially create a small supercharging effect through positive intake pressure.
This increased intake pressure can contribute to improvements in horsepower and torque, while the airflow management also helps ensure the GT3 RS receives cool air at the intake filter.
Ventus Aerodynamic Compatibility
The Verus Engineering Dual Element Dive Plane Kit was developed to work effectively with various Ventus aerodynamic packages for the Porsche 991 GT3 and GT3 RS.
Because dive planes allow the aerodynamic balance to be shifted forward without requiring an excessively large front splitter, they can be an effective component for building a balanced track-oriented aero package while retaining reasonable street usability.
Installation
The kit is designed for a straightforward installation using the included installation template and 3M VHB double-sided tape. The supplied tape is pre-cut specifically for the dive plane dimensions.
The included template helps position each dive plane accurately during installation. Depending on the application and installation configuration, the dive planes can be installed using the available bolt-on or double-sided tape mounting method.
