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Spyder
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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