Gypsy

Designed in 1980 as 3-axis aluminium tube easier to build and stronger refinement of the Woodhopper. Aluminium tube spars with Polystyrene/fibreglass ribs and doped fabric wings.  

specifications
 
powerplant
propeller
length
height
wing span
wing area
seats
empty weight
useful load
gross weight
fuel capacity
range
HP Range18/18-35
x
16ft
7.3ft
32ft
144sq. ft
1
225lb
x

475lb
gal 5
175n.m

performance

takeoff distance, ground roll
rate of climb
max speed
cruise speed
landing distance, ground roll
service ceiling
m
Takeoff Distance, ft 75ft

600fpm
55mph
40mph
50ft
x

limiting and recommended speeds

design manoeuvring speed (Va)
never exceed speed (Vne)
stall, power off (Vsl)
landing approach speed
x
x
22mph
x

All specifications are based on manufacturer's calculations