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IVLK-5c Basic Trainer

5,802 DragonAerotech  8.7 years ago

Designed in 1932 by Ilmailvoimein Lentokonetehdas (Air Force Aircraft Factory) as a two-seat general purpose introductory basic trainer. Over the past two decades of service it has seen some upgrades, including an enclosed canopy, redesigned fuselage, a higher rated engine and a three-blade propeller vs its original twin blade prop. It is sluggish and difficult to fly and land - a perfect aircraft to train future pilots. Its narrow track landing gear makes it a sincere challenge to land and has resulted in numerous accidents, though thankfully few have been fatal.

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 27.6ft (8.4m)
  • Length 18.4ft (5.6m)
  • Height 8.8ft (2.7m)
  • Empty Weight 2,096lbs (951kg)
  • Loaded Weight 2,345lbs (1,063kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.213
  • Wing Loading 18.6lbs/ft2 (90.8kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 126.1ft2 (11.7m2)
  • Drag Points 1124

Parts

  • Number of Parts 28
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 192