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Edgley Optica

Cold War (1970–1991)

Edgley Optica — Fixed Wing
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The Edgley EA-7 Optica is a British light aircraft designed for low-speed observation work, and intended as a low-cost alternative to helicopters. The Optica has a loiter speed of 130 km/h and a stall speed of 108 km/h.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Civil
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Engine
1× air-cooled flat-six engine
Thrust / Power
260 hp
Length (ft)
27
Wingspan (ft)
39
Empty Weight (lb)
2090
MTOW (lb)
2899
Endurance (hr)
8 h (at loiter speed
Service Ceiling (ft)
14026
Range (mi)
656
Max Speed (mph)
132