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The Ultra Cruiser uses .016 thou, 60 61-T6 aluminum rivet together construction. Currently the plane is only available as a plans built plane, but pre formed parts will soon be available. The average builder building from plans should be able to complete construction in about 800 hours, using standard metal tools, with a brake helping to speed building. A construction and flying video is available. It is anticipated the plane will be available ready to fly in the near future.
The Ultra Cruiser is legal all metal Part 103 legal ultralight when powered by the reliable 4 stroke half Volkswagen engine. It has a canopy and heater for all weather flying, and the canopy can be quickly and easily removed for summer flying. The wings are detachable for storage.
The wing span of the Ultra Cruiser is 25 ft, with a length of 17 ft, stall comes in between 25-28 mph, empty weight is 249 lbs. gross weight with a 170 lbs pilot is 450 lbs.
The UltraCruiser Plus is a "roomier" version of the original UltraCruiser to be accommodate heavier and tall pilots. It is designed around the full VW engine conversion and gives excellent performance with engines in the 60 to 80 HP range.
The hinged on frame Bubble canopy is available in clear or tint. The 6 1/2 foot wide shock style landing gear allows for rough field use and gives improved ground handling. The wings are detachable for easy storage.
For more information contact:
Hummel Aviation
509 East Butler
Bryan OH 43506
For several web video interviews on the fine Hummel line of aircraft and engine conversions subscribe to the Ultralight Flyer web video magazine.
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