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The Sparrow
Vortech, Inc.
P. O. Box 511
Fallston, MD 21047
United States
Phone: 410-668-2757
http://www.prismz.com/helio
zacht01@hotmail.com
CATEGORY:
| Type | Rotorcraft | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
| Status | No Longer Sold | ||
| Categories | Helicopter, Ultralight | ||
PERFORMANCE:
| Max Speed (mph) | 63 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 10000 |
| Cruise Speed (mph) | 60 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 900 |
| Stall Speed (mph) | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 100 | |
| Range (statute mi) | 90 | Landing Distance (ft) | 50 |
POWERPLANT:
| Engine | Rotax 503 | ||
| Design Horsepower | 55 | H.P. Low Range | 55 |
| Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 5 | H.P. High Range | 60 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
| Empty Weight (lb) | 254 | Useful Load (lb) | 246 |
| Gross Weight (lb) | 500 | ||
| Wing Area (ft2) | 415 | Length (ft) | 9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 23 | Height (ft) | 7 |
DESIGN:
| Wing Design | Rotor | Folding Wings | No |
| No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
| Cockpit Width (in) | |||
| Landing Gear | Tricycle | ||
| Materials | Composite, Tube | ||
KIT AND PLANS:
| Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
| Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
| Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 150 | Number Built & Flown | 6 |
| Kit Cost ($US) | $3,795 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
| Build Cost Range | $9,000 - $11,000 | ||
COMMENTS:
| LSA legal. |
