2008 Luscombe Silvaire 8F LSA

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The 2008 Luscombe Silvaire 8F is priced at $89,700.
  • It features a gross weight of 1320 lbs, an empty weight of 880 lbs, and a payload of 250 lbs with its 30-gallon fuel capacity.
  • Performance specifications include a cruise speed of 120 mph, a best rate of climb of 900 fpm, a service ceiling of 17,000 ft, and short field capabilities with 600 ft takeoff and 500 ft landing distances.
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Base Price: $89,700
Gross weight (lbs.): 1320
Empty weight, std. (lbs.): 880
Fuel capacity (gals.): 30
Payload, full std. fuel (lbs.): 250
PERFORMANCE
Vs (mph): 48
Best rate of climb, SL (fpm): 900
Service ceiling (ft.): 17,000
Cruise speed, 75% power (mph): 120
Takeoff distance (ft.): 600
Landing distance (ft.): 500
Source: Silvaire Aircraft Co

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