CVJETKOVIC CA-65

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The CA-65 is an efficient, low-wing monoplane developed from the CA-61 Mini Ace, featuring retractable landing gear, dual controls, and an aerodynamic design for economic performance at all speeds.
  • It incorporates modern features such as a streamlined canopy, enclosed engine, and tapered wings, capable of a top speed of 180 mph and a cruise speed of 155 mph.
  • Constructed primarily of wood to simplify manufacturing, the CA-65 also includes "aircraft carrier" style foldable wings for convenient storage.
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STANDARD DATA: Gross wt. 1,500. Empty wt. 900.Fuel capacity 28. Wingspan 25′. Length 19′. Engine 125-hp Lycoming.
PERFORMANCE: Top mph 180. Cruise mph 155. Stall mph 55. Climb rate 1,000. Ceiling 15,000. Takeoff run 450. Landing roll 600. Range 500.

This airplane represents a further development of the CA-61 Mini Ace. The CA-65 is a low-wing monoplane with retractable landing gear and dual controls. The high degree of efficiency produced by its design yields economic performance at all speeds. It features a streamlined canopy, enclosed engine, tapered wing, and fully retractable gear. Its wood construction cuts requirements for tooling and special jigs to a minimum. For easy storage the wings fold up in an “aircraft carrier” style.

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