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The Drifter

0 TheLoneStranger  9.0 years ago

Minimalistic weight-shift plane controlled by shifting the center of mass rather than using control surfaces. Think powered hang-glider.

Stall speed: ~65mph
Cruising speed: 120mph @ 25% throttle

A higher cruising speed could be achieved with a lower center of mass.

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 35.8ft (10.9m)
  • Length 18.4ft (5.6m)
  • Height 8.8ft (2.7m)
  • Empty Weight 2,700lbs (1,225kg)
  • Loaded Weight 3,581lbs (1,624kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.195
  • Wing Loading 14.6lbs/ft2 (71.1kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 245.9ft2 (22.8m2)
  • Drag Points 2705

Parts

  • Number of Parts 39
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 244