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FAA Part 103 Challenge

10.8k MrTyTheGreat  7.0 years ago
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Auto Credit Based on MrTyTheGreat's Mini Locust II

This is an example aircraft shown for an FAA part 103 legal ultralight.the rules for the challenge are as follows.
-Is not capable of more than 55 knots max speed, full throttle, level flight.
-Has maximum power off stall speed of 27 knots.
-Weighs no more than 254 pounds empty weight. I will allow for 450 pounds maximum in this challenge. (Roughly 200lbs pilot.)
-Maximum fuel capacity of five U.S. gallons.
-Must be a successor.
-XML modding is allowed, you'll need it. Trust me.

Best preforming, and looking plane wins. Must be your own plane, specifically for this challenge. Prize? Bonus Ducks! Entries are required in one week. By November 285th. Thanks, and have fun.

General Characteristics

  • Predecessor Mini Locust II
  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 54.3ft (16.5m)
  • Length 24.2ft (7.4m)
  • Height 8.2ft (2.5m)
  • Empty Weight 358lbs (162kg)
  • Loaded Weight 392lbs (178kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.101
  • Wing Loading 1.4lbs/ft2 (6.9kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 279.7ft2 (26.0m2)
  • Drag Points 1241

Parts

  • Number of Parts 33
  • Control Surfaces 7
  • Performance Cost 227