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Rotorvox USA c/o Flightstar, Inc.
PO Box 325
South Woodstock, CT 6267
United States
Phone: 860-963-7272
http://rotorvox.com
fstar@rcn.com
CATEGORY:
| Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
| Status | No Longer Sold |
| Categories | Ultralight |
PERFORMANCE:
| Max Speed (mph) | 80 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 12000 |
| Cruise Speed (mph) | 65 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 660 |
| Stall Speed (mph) | 36 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 205 |
| Range (statute mi) | 220 | Landing Distance (ft) | 200 |
POWERPLANT:
| Engine | Rotax 447 |
| Design Horsepower | 40 | H.P. Low Range | 40 |
| Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 5 | H.P. High Range | 60 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
| Empty Weight (lb) | 250 | Useful Load (lb) | 430 |
| Gross Weight (lb) | 680 |
| Wing Area (ft2) | 144 | Length (ft) | 16.5 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 30 | Height (ft) | 8 |
DESIGN:
| Wing Design | High | Folding Wings | Yes |
| No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
| Cockpit Width (in) | 25 |
| Landing Gear | Tricycle |
| Materials | Fabric, Tube |
KIT AND PLANS:
| Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
| Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | Yes |
| Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 100 | Number Built & Flown | 700 |
| Kit Cost ($US) | $15,895 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
| Build Cost Range | $16,000 - $18,000 |
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