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elecric-powered 2-place plane shown at Oshkosh

Discussion in 'Other Cars' started by crypter, Aug 7, 2007.

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    I used to build and fly electric racing planes: 45oz., 30" wingspan, 90mph and unlimited vertical climb.

    Electric power in planes rocks. It's so smooth and predictable and clean.

    Seems like an electric motor in a 1:1 plane would be a natural over a reciprocating engine; it's the "fuel tank" (battery) issue that still needs a bit of work, apparently.

    I mean, for the kind of flying I do, an hour's endurance (this doesn't include *anything* for reserves, either, I don't think...?) would be just enough for maybe a bit of pattern work, but no more.

    Wondering what the power-off glide ratio is for that aircraft...
    :)
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(crypter crypter @ Aug 9 2007, 08:22 PM) [snapback]493308[/snapback]</div>
    I think I would actually *pay* for the opportunity to wash a Lancair!
    :)
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Pinto Girl @ Aug 10 2007, 10:22 AM) [snapback]493620[/snapback]</div>
    I'll keep that in mind for when I get mine :lol:

    (Although it may be a while, aircraft prices being what they are...)
     
    #5 crypter, Aug 11, 2007
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