Vickers Aircraft Wave
| Wave | |
|---|---|
| Role | Light-sport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Vickers Aircraft Company |
| Status | In development |
| Unit cost |
Under $180,000 (est) |
The Vickers Aircraft Company Wave is a two-seat amphibious aircraft, currently under development by the Vickers Aircraft Company.[1]
Design and development
The Wave is a two-seat, side-by-side configuration, high wing amphibious aircraft. The fuselage and wings are constructed from a combination of aluminum and composite materials. A folding wing mechanism and ballistic parachute are planned to be integrated.[2]
Specifications (Wave)
Data from AVWeb
General characteristics
- Crew: 1
- Capacity: 1 passenger
- Gross weight: 1,430 lb (649 kg)
- Fuel capacity: 50 U.S. gallons (190 L; 42 imp gal)
- Powerplant: 1 × Lycoming IO-360 horizontally opposed piston aircraft engine, 180 hp (130 kW)
- Propellers: 3-bladed Catto
Performance
- Cruise speed: 120 kn (138 mph; 222 km/h)
- Range: 720 nmi (829 mi; 1,333 km)
See also
- Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era
References
- ↑ "What's Happening in 2015". AOPA Pilot: 32.
- ↑ "Another LSA Amphibian Unveiled". Retrieved 1 November 2013.
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