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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. |