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LW-4
Little Wing Autogyros, Inc.
746 Highway 89 N
Mayflower, AR 72106
United States
Phone: 501-470-6783
http://www.littlewingautogyro.com
rotopup@aol.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Rotorcraft | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
Status | Current | ||
Categories | Gyroplane |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 100 | Service Ceiling (ft) | |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 75 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 600 |
Stall Speed (mph) | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 300 | |
Range (statute mi) | 200 | Landing Distance (ft) | 10 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Rotax 912 | ||
Design Horsepower | 110 | H.P. Low Range | 90 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 13.5 | H.P. High Range | 150 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 500 | Useful Load (lb) | 600 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 1100 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 573 | Length (ft) | 18 |
Wingspan (ft) | 27 | Height (ft) |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Rotor | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 26 | ||
Landing Gear | Tailwheel | ||
Materials | Fabric, Metal, Tube |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | No | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 1000 | Number Built & Flown | 2 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $ | Plans Cost ($US) | $175 |
Build Cost Range | $20,000 - $75,000 |
COMMENTS:
LSA Legal |