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Sting Carbon
SportairUSA, LC
10401 West Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205
United States
Phone: 501-228-7777
http://www.sportair.aero
bill@sportair.aero
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | No |
Status | No Longer Sold |
Categories | |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 190 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 21000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1000 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 43 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 346 |
Range (statute mi) | 600 | Landing Distance (ft) | 368 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Rotax 912 |
Design Horsepower | 80 | H.P. Low Range | 80 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 21.5 | H.P. High Range | 115 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 760 | Useful Load (lb) | 690 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 1450 |
Wing Area (ft2) | 105.6 | Length (ft) | 20.5 |
Wingspan (ft) | 27.8 | Height (ft) | 6 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Low | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | |
Landing Gear | Tricycle |
Materials | Composite |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 1000 | Number Built & Flown | 127 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $44,500 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
Build Cost Range | $ - $ |
COMMENTS:
RG model also available ($48,250). Carbon fiber composdite, ballistic chute, upholstery, hardware; assistance available. No paint, avionics, engine or prop. |