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RF 4
Alpavia / Sportavia-Pützer · Sailplane · France · Early Jet (1946–1969)
© Photo: Adrian Pingstone (Arpingstone) · Public domain
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The Fournier RF 4 is a single-seater motor glider designed by René Fournier in 1966. It is an aerobatic version of the Fournier RF 3.
Specifications
Category Fixed Wing
Sub-Category Sailplane
Domain Civil
Era Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country France
Manufacturer Alpavia / Sportavia-Pützer
Service Entry 1966
Produced 159
Engine 1× air-cooled flat-four piston engine
Thrust / Power 39 hp
Length (ft) 19
Wingspan (ft) 37
Empty Weight (lb) 595
MTOW (lb) 860
Endurance (hr) 4
Service Ceiling (ft) 19000
Range (mi) 400
Max Speed (mph) 122