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nV Aerospace (was Rand-Robinson Engineering, Inc.)
23052H Alicia Parkway #413
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
United States
Phone: 800-515-4811
http://nv-aero.com
sales@nvaero.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | No |
Status | Current |
Categories | |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 200 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 15000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 165 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1200 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 52 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 350 |
Range (statute mi) | 400 | Landing Distance (ft) | 900 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | VW |
Design Horsepower | 80 | H.P. Low Range | 60 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 10 | H.P. High Range | 80 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 475 | Useful Load (lb) | 475 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 950 |
Wing Area (ft2) | 62 | Length (ft) | 12.75 |
Wingspan (ft) | 17 | Height (ft) | 5 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Low | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 20 |
Landing Gear | Tricycle, Tailwheel |
Materials | Composite, Wood |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | No | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 1000 | Number Built & Flown | 750 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $ | Plans Cost ($US) | $130 |
Build Cost Range | $9,000 - $15,000 |
COMMENTS:
Engine options: VW, Jabiru/ CAMit, Viking, BMW. Removable wings. Optional wing tanks. |