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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. |
