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GT 500
Quicksilver Manufacturing Inc.
42214 Sarah Way
Temecula, CA 92590
United States
Phone: 951-506-0061
http://www.quicksilveraircraft.com
sales@qsair.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
Status | Current | ||
Categories | Pusher |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 97 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 12000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 83 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 655 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 42 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 244 |
Range (statute mi) | 320 | Landing Distance (ft) | 390 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Rotax 912UL | ||
Design Horsepower | 80 | H.P. Low Range | 65 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 16 | H.P. High Range | 100 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 638 | Useful Load (lb) | 462 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 1100 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 155 | Length (ft) | 20.4 |
Wingspan (ft) | 30 | Height (ft) | 6.5 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | High | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | Yes |
Cockpit Width (in) | 30 | ||
Landing Gear | Tricycle | ||
Materials | Fabric |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | Yes |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 185 | Number Built & Flown | 457 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $49,990 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
Build Cost Range | $39,400 - $54,700 |
COMMENTS:
LSA Legal. 4 versions: QS-Flier and QS-Marauder with 582 engine. QS-Intruder with 912UL and 912ULS |