2017 Progressive Aerodyne SeaRey

Specifications

Progressive Aerodyne SeaRey
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • This is a 2-seat aircraft with a base price starting at $80,000, constructed with a tubular frame and fabric, and powered by variable engines (e.g., 100 hp Rotax 912 ULS).
  • It features modern avionics, including an AF5-5500 EFIS and Garmin aera 500 GPS, achieving a top cruise speed of 80 kts and a maximum range of 316 nm.
  • The aircraft boasts excellent short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities, requiring as little as 350 feet for takeoff and 325 feet for landing on land without obstacles.
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Base Price: $80,000 (depends on builder choices)

Seats: 2

Main Construction:Tubular frame with fabric

Engine/Hp: Variable/64-115 hp; Specs for Rotax 912 ULS/100 hp

Propeller:Warp drive, 3-blade, composite, ground adjustable, 68″ diameter

Avionics: AF5-5500 EFIS, Garmin aera 500 GPS

Top Cruise Speed: 80 kts

Stall, Landing Configuration: 33 kts

Maximum Range: 316 nm

Maximum Takeoff Weight: 1,430 lbs.

Payload: 338 lbs.

Useful Load: 450 lbs.

Takeoff/Landing Distance (No Obstacle – Land): 350/325 ft.

Takeoff/Landing Distance (No Obstacle – Water): 472/350 ft.

Takeoff Distance (50-ft. Obstacle – Land): 1,400 ft.

Takeoff Distance (50-ft. Obstacle – Water):1,525 ft.

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