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Sparrow II
Carlson Sparrow Aircraft
2030 Lake St
Niles, MI 49120
United States
Phone: 574-214-3660
https://www.carlson-sparrow-aircraft.com/
theecoop@comcast.net
CATEGORY:
| Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
| Status | Current | ||
| Categories | |||
PERFORMANCE:
| Max Speed (mph) | 130 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 12500 |
| Cruise Speed (mph) | 95 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1350 |
| Stall Speed (mph) | 36 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 150 |
| Range (statute mi) | 260 | Landing Distance (ft) | 175 |
POWERPLANT:
| Engine | Rotax 582 | ||
| Design Horsepower | 65 | H.P. Low Range | 65 |
| Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 10 | H.P. High Range | 85 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
| Empty Weight (lb) | 490 | Useful Load (lb) | 500 |
| Gross Weight (lb) | 990 | ||
| Wing Area (ft2) | 145 | Length (ft) | 18 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 32.2 | Height (ft) | 8 |
DESIGN:
| Wing Design | High | Folding Wings | No |
| No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | No |
| Cockpit Width (in) | 35.5 | ||
| Landing Gear | Tricycle, Tailwheel | ||
| Materials | Fabric, Tubing | ||
KIT AND PLANS:
| Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
| Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
| Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 500 | Number Built & Flown | 60 |
| Kit Cost ($US) | $25,900 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
| Build Cost Range | $ - $ | ||
