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Sparrow Sport Special
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) | 100 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 12000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 85 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1750 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 31 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 85 |
Range (statute mi) | 350 | Landing Distance (ft) | 175 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Rotax 503, Hirth F23 | ||
Design Horsepower | 52 | H.P. Low Range | 50 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 10 | H.P. High Range | 68 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 400 | Useful Load (lb) | 375 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 775 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 117 | Length (ft) | 16.8 |
Wingspan (ft) | 26 | Height (ft) | 5 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | High | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 24 | ||
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 | 37 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $17,500 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
Build Cost Range | $28,000 - $32,000 |
COMMENTS:
LSA Legal |