Sparrow 2 - XTC

Rugged airframe is welded 4130 steel by oxy-acetylene process assuring complete welds with full penetration. Wing tanks carry 22 gallons of fuel. Power plant options to 100 HP, and complete light package positions this aircraft as affordable cross country flying.

Independent flaps and ailerons enhance manoeuvrability and assure short field performance. Roomy cockpit, dual controls, ample sized instrument panel, baggage compartment, are standard.

Ribs are factory completed. Airframe is epoxy primed and ready to cover. Full sized patterns are provided for floorboards, boot cowl, instrument panel and windshield. Hand tools and rivet gun are all that's needed to complete the kit. Meets the 51% experimental rule in the U.S.

specifications
 
powerplant
propeller
length
height
wing span
wing area
seats
empty weight
useful load
gross weight
fuel capacity
range
Continental, Rotax 912/582, Subaru E81, VW Conversion to 100 HP
x
16 ft 9 ins
7 ft 9 ins
31 ft 2¼ ins
140 sq ft
x
600 lbs
650 lbs
1250 lbs
32 gallons
x

performance

takeoff distance, ground roll
rate of climb
max speed
cruise speed
landing distance, ground roll
service ceiling
150 ft
1100 ft/min
x
110 mph
250 ft
x

limiting and recommended speeds

design manoeuvring speed (Va)
never exceed speed (Vne)
stall, power off (Vsl)
landing approach speed
x
130 mph
39 mph
x

All specifications are based on manufacturer's calculations