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Varga model 2150a kachin aircraft history, performance and specifications
Not
long after World War II William J. Morrisey who had been a test pilot of
the Douglas Aircraft Company, formed , Morrisey aviation Inc. to build and
market an attractive two-seat lightplane of wood structure known then as
the Vorrisey nifty. the introduction of all-metal construction and
powerplant changes led to the Vorrisey 2150 built from 1958. ten were
produced before construction rights were acquired by Shinn Engineering
Inc. This company during the early 1960s built about 50 examples of an
improvement of the Shinn model 2150A. Before selling the manufacturing
rights to the Varga aircraft corporation in 1965.
A new beginning. This photo was
taken shortly after Varga started production of the 2150-A.
Varga
built this aircraft as the model 2150A Kachina, which differed primarily
from its immediate predecessor by the installation of the more powerful
engine. The Kachina is a cantilever low-wing monoplane and its win
incorporates plain ailerons and two-position trailing-edge flaps. The tail
unit is convectional, and the landing gear of non-retractable tri cycle
type. Accommodation is provided for 2 people, and with dual controls as
standard equipment the Kachina can be used for both sporting and training
purposes. The aircraft is no longer manufactured.
This overhead view shows off the proportions
of the aircraft well.
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Country of Origin: |
United States of America |
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Primary Function: |
Lightweight sporting/training aircraft |
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Manufacturer: |
Varga Aircraft Corporation
Chandler, Arizona, USA |
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seating: |
Two |
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Dimensions |
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Wingspan: |
30 feet 0 inches |
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Length: |
21 feet 2 inches |
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Height: |
7 feet 0 inches |
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Wing Area: |
144 square feet |
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Weights |
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Empty Weight: |
1,125-lbs. |
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Maximum Takeoff Weight: |
1,817-lbs. |
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Powerplants |
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No. Engines: |
One |
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Engine Manufacturer: |
Avco Lycoming |
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Engine Designation: |
O-320-A2C flat-four engine |
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Engine Power: |
150-hp |
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Performance |
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Never Exceed Speed: |
170-mph |
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Max Speed at Sea Level: |
148-mph |
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Maximum Cruising Speed: |
135-mph at 75% power at optimum altitude |
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Econ Cruising Speed: |
127-mph at 65% power at optimum altitude |
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Climb Rate: |
1,450-fpm |
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Operational Ceiling: |
22,000-feet |
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Range: |
525-miles with max fuel |
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