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Tempest
Liteflite Pty Ltd
Unit 4/5 Clerke Place
Kurnell, NSW 2231
Australia
Phone: +612 9668 8686
http://www.liteflite.com.au
bill@moyes.com.au
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | No |
Status | No Longer Sold | ||
Categories | Glider, Ultralight |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 80 | Service Ceiling (ft) | |
Cruise Speed (mph) | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 23 | |
Stall Speed (mph) | 26 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | |
Range (statute mi) | 880 | Landing Distance (ft) |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | tow launch | ||
Design Horsepower | H.P. Low Range | ||
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | H.P. High Range |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 220 | Useful Load (lb) | 220 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 440 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 150 | Length (ft) | 21 |
Wingspan (ft) | 42.5 | Height (ft) | 5 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | High | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | |||
Landing Gear | Tailwheel, Monowheel | ||
Materials | Fabric, Tube |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 300 | Number Built & Flown | 12 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $12,500 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
Build Cost Range | $ - $ |
COMMENTS:
Designed by Bobby Bailey, this sailplane is flown only with wheels. |