EMIGH “TROJAN”€

1948’€“51

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The Emigh Trojan is a two-seat cabin airplane manufactured in small numbers between 1948 and 1950.
  • It features unique simplified construction methods, including a metal fuselage made of two identical halves joined horizontally.
  • Its design also incorporates interchangeable wingtips, tail surfaces, and ailerons.
  • Despite its limited production, Emigh Trojans can still be found at airports today.
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STANDARD DATA: Seats: 2; Gross weight: 1,450 lbs.; Engine: 90 hp Continental.
PERFORMANCE: Top speed: 130 mph; Cruise: 115 mph; Landing speed: 48 mph; Range: 550 nm; Service ceiling: 13,000 ft.

The Emigh Trojan was built in small numbers between 1948 and 1950 by the Emigh Aircraft Corporation and, later, the Emigh Trojan Aircraft Company. Its unique feature are the simplified construction methods used in its assembly. The metal fuselage of the Trojan is made up of two identical halves that are joined along their horizontal centerline. Its wingtips, tail surfaces and ailerons are all interchangeable. This side-by-side two-seat cabin airplane can still be seen at airports around the country.

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