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The power-off glide ratio of a PPC ranges from 3:1 to 6:1. Glide ratio varies depending on the chute size and shape. Engine-off landings are generally safe, provided that the aircraft is within glide range of a suitable landing zone and the pilot is properly trained in the use of proper flaring technique.
Design and development [ edit ] The aircraft was designed to comply with the FAI Microlight rules it features a parachute -style high-wing and single-seat in an open framed structure, tricycle landing gear and a single 54 hp (40 kW) Rotax 503 engine in pusher configuration .
The Pegasus was originally introduced in 2000 and was initially just called the Powrachute as the company's first and only model at that time. As other aircraft were added to the line it was renamed the PC 2000 and later stretched slightly and renamed the Pegasus.
Powrachute Pegasus powered parachute in flight. Powrachute, LLC is an American aircraft manufacturer, based in Hastings, Michigan.The company specializes in the design and production of powered parachutes.
The SR7's design goals included that it be capable of carrying large-sized pilots and passengers. [1] [2]The aircraft was designed to comply with the US FAR 103 Ultralight Vehicles rules as a two-seat ultralight trainer or as an amateur built.
Data from Cliche and Purdy General characteristics Crew: one Capacity: one passenger Wing area: 500 sq ft (46 m 2) Empty weight: 300 lb (136 kg) Gross weight: 800 lb (363 kg) Fuel capacity: 8 U.S. gallons (30 L; 6.7 imp gal) Powerplant: 1 × Rotax 503 twin cylinder, two-stroke, air-cooled aircraft engine, 50 hp (37 kW) Performance Maximum speed: 30 mph (48 km/h, 26 kn) Cruise speed: 26 mph (42 ...
Six Chuter is an American aircraft manufacturer, originally based in Yakima, Washington and founded in 1991. The company specializes in the design and production of powered parachutes.
Aerochute International Pty. Ltd is an Australian aircraft manufacturer founded in 1989 by Stephen Conte and based in Coburg North, Victoria.The company specializes in the design and manufacture of powered parachutes in the form of kits for amateur construction for the European Fédération Aéronautique Internationale microlight category.