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Twister Technical Data

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SPECIFICATIONS

Performance data shown is based on retractable gear (RG) configuration

Configuration

Landing Gear Electric retractable/fixed (RG/FG)
Engine 80 HP Jabiru 2200
Propeller 2-blade Sensenich propeller
 

Weights/Loadings

Empty Weight 550 lb approx.
Fuel Capacity 19 US gal.
Gross Weight (Aerobatic category) 880 lb.
Gross Weight (Normal category) 910 lb.
Wing Loading @ 910 lb. 9.6 lb/ft2
Useful Load (Aerobatic/Normal) 330/360 lb.
Load Factor at  880 lb. +6/-4
Load Factor at  910 lb. +4/-2
 

Performance based on  Sea level Conditions

Maximum Speed (Vne) 162 kts/ 186 mph
Maximum Speed (Vne with BRS) 150 kts/172 mph
Maximum Cruise Speed (Vh) 130 kts/ 150 mph
Economy Cruise Speed @ 2800 RPM 116kts/133 mph
Fuel Consumption @ 2800 RPM 3.4 gph
Stall Speed with Flaps 30 deg. (Vsf) 43 kts/ 49 mph
Stall Speed without Flaps (Vs1) 47 kts/ 54 mph
Maximum Flap Speed (Vfe) 70 kts/ 81 mph
Maneuvering Speed (Va) 113 kts/ 130 mph
Rate of Climb @ Gross Wt. (910 lb.) 1275 ft/min
Range (approximate) 700 nm
 

Dimensions

Wing Span 24.6 ft
Wing Area 93.83 sq ft
Horizontal Stabilizer Span 9.24 ft
Elevator Span 9.18 ft
Elevator Area 17.76 sq ft
Fuselage Length 20.27 ft

Last Updated: March 19, 2006