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Sportster
Aircraft Designs, Inc.
5 Harris Ct., Bldg. S
Monterey, CA 93940
United States
Phone: 831-621-8760
http://www.aircraftdesigns.com
jets@mbay.net
CATEGORY:
| Type | Rotorcraft | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
| Status | Current |
| Categories | Gyroplane |
PERFORMANCE:
| Max Speed (mph) | 90 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 12000 |
| Cruise Speed (mph) | 75 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1000 |
| Stall Speed (mph) | | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 700 |
| Range (statute mi) | 170 | Landing Distance (ft) | 0 |
POWERPLANT:
| Engine | Lycoming O-320 |
| Design Horsepower | 150 | H.P. Low Range | 130 |
| Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 17 | H.P. High Range | 160 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
| Empty Weight (lb) | 650 | Useful Load (lb) | 450 |
| Gross Weight (lb) | 1100 |
| Wing Area (ft2) | 616 | Length (ft) | 12 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 28 | Height (ft) | 8 |
DESIGN:
| Wing Design | Rotor | Folding Wings | No |
| No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | No |
| Cockpit Width (in) | |
| Landing Gear | Tricycle |
| Materials | Composite, Metal, Tube |
KIT AND PLANS:
| Kit Available | No | Quick-build Available | No |
| Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
| Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 1500 | Number Built & Flown | 67 |
| Kit Cost ($US) | $ | Plans Cost ($US) | $535 |
| Build Cost Range | $6,000 - $25,000 |
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