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HP-24 Sailplane
HP Aircraft, LLC
PO Box 1623
Murphys, CA 95247
United States
Phone: 209-768-1056
http://www.hpaircraft.com
bob@hpaircraft.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
Status | Current | ||
Categories | Glider |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 150 | Service Ceiling (ft) | |
Cruise Speed (mph) | Rate of Climb (fpm) | ||
Stall Speed (mph) | 42 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | |
Range (statute mi) | Landing Distance (ft) | 400 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | |||
Design Horsepower | H.P. Low Range | ||
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | H.P. High Range |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 450 | Useful Load (lb) | 375 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 825 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 107 | Length (ft) | 22.9 |
Wingspan (ft) | 49.2 | Height (ft) | 4.5 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Folding Wings | No | |
No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 24 | ||
Landing Gear | Monowheel | ||
Materials | Composite |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | Yes |
Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 750 | Number Built & Flown | 2 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $32,000 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
Build Cost Range | $36,000 - $45,000 |
COMMENTS:
A wingtip extension is available with a total wingspan of 59 feet providing a 29.8 aspect ratio |