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Challenger Special
Quad City Aircraft
232 38th St.
Moline, IL 61265
United States
Phone: 309-764-3515
http://www.qcaircraft.com
rusty@qcaircraft.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
Status | Current | ||
Categories |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 105 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 14000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 90 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1000 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 28 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 150 |
Range (statute mi) | 180 | Landing Distance (ft) | 200 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Rotax 447 | ||
Design Horsepower | 42 | H.P. Low Range | 42 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 5 | H.P. High Range | 52 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 260 | Useful Load (lb) | 260 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 520 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 120 | Length (ft) | 18 |
Wingspan (ft) | 26 | Height (ft) | 6 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | High | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 24 | ||
Landing Gear | Tricycle | ||
Materials | Fabric, Tube |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 350 | Number Built & Flown | 300 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $10,995 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
Build Cost Range | $16,000 - $22,000 |
COMMENTS:
LSA Legal |