STOLP “V-STAR”€

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Key Takeaways:

  • The Stolp V-Star is a low-cost, low-horsepower aerobatic homebuilt aircraft, designed as a biplane version of the Starlet.
  • It is structurally robust, stressed to withstand 9Gs, indicating its suitability for aerobatic maneuvers.
  • Originally equipped with a 65-hp Continental engine, the aircraft is certified to operate with engines ranging from 60 to 125 hp.
  • Key performance specifications include a cruise speed of 90 mph, a low stall speed of 35 mph, and a takeoff run of 300 feet (to clear 50').
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STANDARD DATA: Gross wt. 1,000. Empty wt. 650. Fuel capacity 20. Wingspan 23′. Length 17’2″. Engine 100-hp Continental.
PERFORMANCE: Top mph 150. Cruise mph 90. Stall mph 35. Climb rate 1,800. Takeoff run (50′) 300. Landing run (50′) 500. Range 359.

In response to demand for a low-cost and low-horsepower aerobatic homebuilt, Stolp designed the V-Star, which is basically a biplane version of the parasol winged Starlet. Stressed to 9Gs, the V-Star was originally powered by a 65-hp Continental turning a fixed-pitch propeller; however, the airplane is certified to be outfitted with engines from 60 to 125 hp.

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