Searey LSX

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Key Takeaways:

  • The Searey LSX is an aircraft available with either a 100 hp Rotax 912s or a 115 hp Rotax 914 Turbo engine, influencing its performance characteristics.
  • Priced under $100,000 for the basic model (approx. $120,000 loaded), it has a maximum takeoff weight of 1430 lbs and a useful load of around 500 lbs.
  • It demonstrates impressive short-field capabilities with takeoff rolls of 350-400 feet on both land and water, and a very low stall speed (Vso) of 32 knots.
  • The aircraft offers a cruise speed ranging from 73 to 87 knots, depending on the engine, and a rate of climb between 750 and 1000 feet per minute.
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Searey LSX
Price as flown (loaded):Approx. $120,000
Price (basic):Approx. under $100,000
Engine make/model:
100 hp Rotax 912s or
115 hp Rotax 914 Turbo
Max takeoff weight (lbs.):1430
Empty weight (lbs.):920/950*
Useful load (lbs.):510/480*
Fuel capacity (gals.):26
Wingspan (ft.):30.9
Wing area (sq. ft.):158
PERFORMANCE
Cruise (kts.):73/87*
Vne (kts):110
Vso (kts):32
Takeoff roll, land (ft.):400/350*
Takeoff roll, water (ft.):400/350*
Rate of climb (fpm):750/1000*
*depending on engine
Contact: www.searey.com

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