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Flyer

Light Aero · Experimental · United States · Cold War (1970–1991)

Flyer — Experimental
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The Avid Flyer is a family of American single engine, high-wing, strut-braced, conventional landing gear-equipped, two seat light aircraft designed for kit construction in the 1980s. Its several variants sold in large numbers. In 1987 a Flyer became the first ultralight to land at the North Pole.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Experimental
Domain
Civil
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Country
United States
Manufacturer
Light Aero
Service Entry
1983
Produced
2000
Engine
1× two cylinder two stroke, water cooled
Thrust / Power
65 hp
Length (ft)
17
Wingspan (ft)
29
Empty Weight (lb)
511
MTOW (lb)
1151
Endurance (hr)
5 hours
Service Ceiling (ft)
16000
Range (mi)
340
Max Speed (mph)
105