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Calidus
Auto Gyro USA
210 Airport Road
Stevensville, MD 21666
United States
Phone: 410- 604-1719
http://www.autogyrousa.com
info@autogyrousa.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Rotorcraft | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
Status | Current | ||
Categories | Gyroplane, Pusher |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 120 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 14000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 100 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1200 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 0 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 150 |
Range (statute mi) | 400 | Landing Distance (ft) | 15 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Rotax 912ULS | ||
Design Horsepower | 100 | H.P. Low Range | 100 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 19 | H.P. High Range | 115 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 575 | Useful Load (lb) | 659 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 1234 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | Length (ft) | 16.7 | |
Wingspan (ft) | 26 | Height (ft) | 8.8 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Rotor | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | Yes |
Cockpit Width (in) | |||
Landing Gear | Tricycle | ||
Materials | Composite, Metal |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | Yes |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 60 | Number Built & Flown | 450 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $75,000 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
Build Cost Range | $75,000 - $78,000 |
COMMENTS:
LSA legal. A builder assist is available for $3000. Prices fluctuate due to changes in monetary exchange rates. |