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J. D. Special
Design Resources
124 East Cedar Dr.
Kerrville, TX 78028
United States
Phone: 830-792-2133
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | No |
Status | No Longer Sold | ||
Categories | Aerobatic |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 170 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 11000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 140 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1000 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 38 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 500 |
Range (statute mi) | 450 | Landing Distance (ft) | 700 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Continental C-90 | ||
Design Horsepower | 90 | H.P. Low Range | 65 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 16 | H.P. High Range | 110 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 659 | Useful Load (lb) | 280 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 939 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 83 | Length (ft) | 16 |
Wingspan (ft) | 20.5 | Height (ft) | 5 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Low | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 21 | ||
Landing Gear | Tailwheel | ||
Materials |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | No | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 2000 | Number Built & Flown | 2 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $ | Plans Cost ($US) | $350 |
Build Cost Range | $11,000 - $40,000 |
COMMENTS:
Meets LSA requirements with different propeller. |