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Lightning XS
Arion Aircraft, LLC
2842 Highway 231 N
Shelbyville, TN 37160
United States
Phone: 931-680-1781
http://www.flylightning.net
info@flylightning.net
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | No |
Status | Current | ||
Categories |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 195 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 17000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 189 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1800 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 58 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 800 |
Range (statute mi) | 900 | Landing Distance (ft) | 800 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Titan IOX340 | ||
Design Horsepower | 180 | H.P. Low Range | 120 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 40 | H.P. High Range | 180 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 1050 | Useful Load (lb) | 700 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 1750 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 91 | Length (ft) | 20.8 |
Wingspan (ft) | 27.2 | Height (ft) | 8 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Low | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 42 | ||
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) | 850 | Number Built & Flown | 5 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $44,000 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
Build Cost Range | $85,000 - $105,000 |
COMMENTS:
See our review. |