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Pinocchio
Simplex Aeroplanes
P.O. Box 416
Old Saybrook, CT 6475
United States
Phone: 801-830-0612
http://simplexaero.com
info@simplexaero.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
Status | No Longer Sold | ||
Categories | Ultralight |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 70 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 6000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 60 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 650 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 27 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 250 |
Range (statute mi) | 750 | Landing Distance (ft) | 200 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | 1/2 VW | ||
Design Horsepower | 45 | H.P. Low Range | 40 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 4.8 | H.P. High Range | 50 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 254 | Useful Load (lb) | 246 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 500 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 115.8 | Length (ft) | 16.5 |
Wingspan (ft) | 25.8 | Height (ft) | 6 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Low | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | |||
Landing Gear | Tailwheel | ||
Materials | Fabric, Wood |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 500 | Number Built & Flown | 5 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $3,995 | Plans Cost ($US) | $120 |
Build Cost Range | $ - $ |