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Cloudster
Simplex Aeroplanes
P.O. Box 416
Old Saybrook, CT 6475
United States
Phone: 801-830-0612
http://simplexaero.com
info@simplexaero.com
CATEGORY:
| Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
| Status | Current | ||
| Categories | Ultralight | ||
PERFORMANCE:
| Max Speed (mph) | 63 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 9000 |
| Cruise Speed (mph) | 55 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 500 |
| Stall Speed (mph) | 25 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 175 |
| Range (statute mi) | 115 | Landing Distance (ft) | 200 |
POWERPLANT:
| Engine | 1/2 VW | ||
| Design Horsepower | 32 | H.P. Low Range | 28 |
| Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 5 | H.P. High Range | 40 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
| Empty Weight (lb) | 252 | Useful Load (lb) | 248 |
| Gross Weight (lb) | 500 | ||
| Wing Area (ft2) | 138.6 | Length (ft) | 16.5 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 31 | Height (ft) | 7 |
DESIGN:
| Wing Design | High | Folding Wings | No |
| No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
| Cockpit Width (in) | |||
| Landing Gear | Tailwheel | ||
| Materials | Fabric, Metal, Wood | ||
KIT AND PLANS:
| Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
| Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
| Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 500 | Number Built & Flown | 15 |
| Kit Cost ($US) | $2,900 | Plans Cost ($US) | $100 |
| Build Cost Range | $4,500 - $8,000 | ||
COMMENTS:
| Component kits available. The aircraft is built using the simple wood truss and plywood gusset method. It is very easy and builds quickly. The plans consist of 11″ x 17″ drawings accompanied by a detailed spiral-bound construction manual. The plane can use either a Kawasaki 340 or a 1/2 VW engine. |
