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Europa XS Trigear
Europa Aircraft
Hangar 2, Scottow Enterprise Park, Lamas Road
Badersfield, Norfolk NR10 3ED
United Kingdom
Phone: +44 (0)1603 542525
http://www.europa-aircraft.com
enquiries@europa-aircraft.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | No |
Status | Current |
Categories | |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 191 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 18000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 174 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1300 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 51 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 490 |
Range (statute mi) | 750 | Landing Distance (ft) | 660 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Rotax 914 |
Design Horsepower | 115 | H.P. Low Range | 80 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 18 | H.P. High Range | 115 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 832 | Useful Load (lb) | 538 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 1370 |
Wing Area (ft2) | 102.11 | Length (ft) | 19.17 |
Wingspan (ft) | 27.13 | Height (ft) | 7 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Low | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 42.1 |
Landing Gear | Tricycle |
Materials | Composite |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | Yes |
Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 550 | Number Built & Flown | 890 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $46,875 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
Build Cost Range | $82,000 - $108,000 |
COMMENTS:
Keep the aircraft at home. Wing and tailplane can be removed in minutes and loaded on a trailer.
Performance figures depend on engine. Refer to company website.
Cruise Speed based on 75% power.
Build cost range allows for an ADS-B VFR with Rotax engines from 80HP to 115HP.
Sales taxes excluded. |