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Corby Starlet CJ-1
Corby Aeronautics Pty Ltd /CSN
4B/29 Clovelly Rd
Hornsby, NSW 2077
Australia
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CATEGORY:
| Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
| Status | No Longer Sold | ||
| Categories | Aerobatic | ||
PERFORMANCE:
| Max Speed (mph) | 155 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 10000 |
| Cruise Speed (mph) | 140 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 850 |
| Stall Speed (mph) | 45 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 450 |
| Range (statute mi) | 300 | Landing Distance (ft) | 750 |
POWERPLANT:
| Engine | VW | ||
| Design Horsepower | 80 | H.P. Low Range | 45 |
| Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 10 | H.P. High Range | 80 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
| Empty Weight (lb) | 450 | Useful Load (lb) | 250 |
| Gross Weight (lb) | 700 | ||
| Wing Area (ft2) | 68.5 | Length (ft) | 14.8 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 18.5 | Height (ft) | 4.8 |
DESIGN:
| Wing Design | Low | Folding Wings | No |
| No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
| Cockpit Width (in) | 21.8 | ||
| Landing Gear | Tailwheel | ||
| Materials | Fabric, Wood | ||
KIT AND PLANS:
| Kit Available | No | Quick-build Available | No |
| Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
| Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 2000 | Number Built & Flown | 150 |
| Kit Cost ($US) | $ | Plans Cost ($US) | $425 |
| Build Cost Range | $30,000 - $40,000 | ||
COMMENTS:
| 4.5G semi-aerobatic, flying in 10 countries. |
