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Cygnet SF-2A
Viking Aircraft
P. O. Box 646
Elkhorn, WI 53121
United States
Phone: 262-949-3247
http://www.vikingaircraft.com
viking02@charter.net
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
Status | Current | ||
Categories |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 110 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 12000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 100 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 580 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 48 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 700 |
Range (statute mi) | 330 | Landing Distance (ft) | 700 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | VW 1835cc | ||
Design Horsepower | 65 | H.P. Low Range | 60 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 15 | H.P. High Range | 82 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 585 | Useful Load (lb) | 515 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 1100 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 125 | Length (ft) | 19 |
Wingspan (ft) | 30 | Height (ft) | 6 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Mid | Folding Wings | Yes |
No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 38 | ||
Landing Gear | Tailwheel | ||
Materials | Fabric, Wood, Tubing |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | No | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 1700 | Number Built & Flown | 100 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $ | Plans Cost ($US) | $200 |
Build Cost Range | $18,000 - $22,000 |
COMMENTS:
Specifications are based on the Volkswagen Aircraft Engine. Jabiru Aircraft Engine is currently on the prototype Cygnet aircraft and is working very well. Call Viking Aircraft LLC with your engine of choice questions. Included with the plans is a folding wing preliminary drawing. |