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manufactured in Durban, South Africa, is an microlight aircraft that is used for recreational flying, flight training, aerial photography, flying off on a breakfast run with friends to share the dream, and even crop spraying.
It is a two-seat, open-cockpit aircraft, powered by a Rotax two stroke 503/582 or 912 four stroke engine and features a comfortable cruise speed of 50-60 miles per hour(80-100km/h).
The Aquila can take off from short fields and is designed for easy handling and maneuverability, it’s robust and a affordable and easy to fly microlight.
More specifications:
- Maximum all up weight 450KG
- Wing span 10.5 Meters
- Wing area 14.5 sqm
- Fuel capacity 50 Liters
- Fuel consumption 9-12 Litres per hour.
- Design Loads – Positive: +6 G’s
- Design Loads – Negative: -3 G’s
Our training program exclusively employs the Magni M16 gyrocopter, recognized for its exceptional training capabilities, delivering precise control feedback to enhance the learning experience positively.
Specifications:
- Total length: 4.65 meters
- Empty weight: 270 kg
- Gross weight: 450 kg
- Seats: 2
- Fuel capacity: 72 liters
Performance:
- Take Off distance: 70 meters
- Landing distance: 0-30 meters
- Rate of climb: 950 ft/min
- Cruise speed (75% Power): 90 mph
- Never exceed speed: 115 mph
- Fuel consumption (75%): 21 liters per hour
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