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VJ-24W SunFun

Volmer Aircraft · Sailplane · United States · Cold War (1970–1991)

VJ-24W SunFun — Sailplane
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The Volmer VJ-24W SunFun is an American high-wing, strut-braced, single-seat, pod-and-boom motor glider and ultralight aircraft that was designed by Volmer Jensen and provided as plans for amateur construction by his company Volmer Aircraft of Glendale, California.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Sailplane
Domain
Civil
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Country
United States
Manufacturer
Volmer Aircraft
Service Entry
1977
Engine
1× Yamaha tractor engine
Thrust / Power
15 hp
Length (ft)
18
Wingspan (ft)
36
Empty Weight (lb)
165
MTOW (lb)
345
Range (mi)
30
Max Speed (mph)
42