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Tiger Cub UL
Johnston Aviation
407 Morganza Rd.
Canonsburg, PA 15317
United States
Phone: 724-745-4040
http://www.tigercubaircraft.com
bill@tigercubaircraft.com
CATEGORY:
| Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
| Status | No Longer Sold | ||
| Categories | Ultralight | ||
PERFORMANCE:
| Max Speed (mph) | 90 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 10000 |
| Cruise Speed (mph) | 65 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 800 |
| Stall Speed (mph) | 25 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 150 |
| Range (statute mi) | 120 | Landing Distance (ft) | 300 |
POWERPLANT:
| Engine | Rotax 447 | ||
| Design Horsepower | 40 | H.P. Low Range | 30 |
| Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 5 | H.P. High Range | 55 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
| Empty Weight (lb) | 275 | Useful Load (lb) | 325 |
| Gross Weight (lb) | 600 | ||
| Wing Area (ft2) | 130 | Length (ft) | 19.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 29.3 | Height (ft) | 6 |
DESIGN:
| Wing Design | High | Folding Wings | Yes |
| No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
| Cockpit Width (in) | 27 | ||
| Landing Gear | Tailwheel | ||
| Materials | Fabric, Tube | ||
KIT AND PLANS:
| Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | Yes |
| Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
| Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 450 | Number Built & Flown | 29 |
| Kit Cost ($US) | $12,560 | Plans Cost ($US) | $250 |
| Build Cost Range | $17,000 - $21,000 | ||
COMMENTS:
| LSA Legal |
