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Dipper Amphibian
Collins Aero
4830 Kennett Pike #226
Willmington, DE 19807
United States
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CATEGORY:
| Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | No |
| Status | No Longer Sold | ||
| Categories | Amphibian | ||
PERFORMANCE:
| Max Speed (mph) | 124 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 18000 |
| Cruise Speed (mph) | 120 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1400 |
| Stall Speed (mph) | 48 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 600 |
| Range (statute mi) | 600 | Landing Distance (ft) | 800 |
POWERPLANT:
| Engine | Lycoming O-360 | ||
| Design Horsepower | 180 | H.P. Low Range | 150 |
| Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 39 | H.P. High Range | 180 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
| Empty Weight (lb) | 1060 | Useful Load (lb) | 700 |
| Gross Weight (lb) | 1760 | ||
| Wing Area (ft2) | 160 | Length (ft) | 25.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 33.3 | Height (ft) | 9 |
DESIGN:
| Wing Design | High | Folding Wings | No |
| No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | No |
| Cockpit Width (in) | |||
| Landing Gear | Tricycle | ||
| Materials | Metal | ||
KIT AND PLANS:
| Kit Available | No | Quick-build Available | No |
| Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
| Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 1000 | Number Built & Flown | 1 |
| Kit Cost ($US) | $ | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
| Build Cost Range | $ - $ | ||
COMMENTS:
| This pusher amphibian design uses the dependable Lycoming engine, either 150 or 180 hp. Hull is fabricated from fiberglass. Out of business. Mr. Collins deceased 2002. |
