Sling

Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 12:00 AM ET

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Edited By: Omar Filipović

Key Takeaways:

The article details the specifications for the "Sling" aircraft, covering its engine options, performance metrics, dimensions, and load capacities.
Powered by a 100 hp Rotax 912 engine, the Sling boasts a cruise speed of 115 knots, a range exceeding 800 nautical miles, and efficient fuel consumption (as low as 3.9 gph).
It is available as a Ready-To-Fly Sling 2 model for $135,000 (base price) or as kits for both Sling 2 and Sling 4, with kit prices varying from approximately $32,590 (without engine) to $108,417 (complete aircraft and avionics).

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Sling

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine:

Rotax 912 ULS or Rotax 912 iS

Power:

100 hp

Fuel:

Min. 91 OCT auto fuel or 100LL avgas

Propeller:

Whirlwind 70-inch 3-blade composite

PERFORMANCE

Cruise Speed (kts.):

115

Fuel Burn:

912 ULS = 5 gph, 912 iS = 3.9 gph

Rate Of Climb (fpm):

900

Max Range (nm):

800+

Fuel Capacity (gals.):

38.6 useable (two tanks, 19.3 useable)

Takeoff Roll (ft.):

500

Landing Roll (ft.):

300

Wing Loading (lbs./ft.):

12.1

Max. Load Factors:

+4 G, -2 G

Service Ceiling (ft.):

12,000

DIMENSIONS

Wingspan (ft.):

30.1

Length (ft.):

22.9

Height (ft.):

8.2

Cabin Width (in.):

44

CAPACITY/LOAD

Standard Empty Weight (lbs.):

796

Max. Takeoff Weight (lbs.):

1320

Max. Useful Load (lbs.):

524

Max. Baggage (lbs.):

77

PRICE

Sling 2 Ready-To-Fly (base):

$135,000

Sling 2 Kit:

$32,590 (without engine), $79,113 (complete aircraft & avionics)

Sling 4 Kit:

$44,297 (without engine), $108,417 (complete aircraft & avionics)

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