"A True Revelation": Yachting News Reviews the Aquila 50 Sail

Yachting News recently spent a day aboard the Aquila 50 Sail for a comprehensive sea trial departing Fort Lauderdale, testing everything from light-air sailing performance to Hybrid Ocean Drive™ range under real-world conditions.

The short version? The 50 Sail turned some heads.

Despite barely 5-6 knots of true wind, the kind of conditions that typically leave cruising catamarans drifting, Luca D'Ambrosio of Yachting News recorded speeds that exceeded the breeze itself. Upwind pointing ability, singlehanded sail handling, and the overall balance of the rig all drew praise, especially for a cat designed around generous interior volume rather than pure racing performance.

Under Hybrid Ocean Drive™ power, the range and efficiency numbers were equally compelling, with D'Ambrosio noting an energy balance well-suited for extended cruising in near-total silence.

After a full day on the water, the Yachting News verdict was clear: "This Aquila 50 Sail is a true revelation."

The full review dives deep into the sailing data, electric consumption figures, layout innovations, and what makes this 50-footer stand apart in a crowded cruising catamaran market.