The Calidus gyrocopter features proven technology, tandem seating, heated cockpit, and luggage lockers.
Calidus Fern prices August 2011:
Basic specification Calidus $105,000 Plus Gst.
Calidus Fern with Rotax 912s and in flight adjustable propeller. $125,000 Plus Gst.
$140,000 Plus Gst. Calidus Fern with Turbo-charged Rotax 914 and in flight adjustable propeller. Includes fully enclosed ‘Winter’ canopy with a ‘Summer’ canopy option fitted with large windows ideal for photography.
Airframe: Chemically etched Stainless Steel Operational Systems: Pneumatic pitch trim, roll trim and rotor brake; electric pre rotator (reaches up to 90% of flight speed) Firewall protection and 4 point harnesses on both seats
Engine: Rotax 912ULS (optional Rotax 914 (turbo) 115 HP available) Propellor: fixed pitch, in flight adjustable or constant speed Rotor: 8m or 8.4m aluminium extruded MTOW: 544kg / 1212 lbs Empty Weight: 240kg / 595 lbs Fuel Capacity: 19.8 imp.gallons / 77litres Fuel Burn: 3 - 4.5 imp.gallons per hour VNE: 120 MPH Cruise: 95-110 MPH Take off distance: 30-300 feet Seating: 2 tandem Min/Max Front Seat Weight: 60/125kg Max Rear Seat Weight: 120kg