US Light Aircraft Hornet

The entire airframe is completed by the factory, assembled in precise factory jigs, with over 7,000 rivets.
The Hornet components are manufactured by computer automated equipment, especially designed by U.S.L.A.C. to produce the most precise, highest-quality aircraft possible. 2009 Price: 18950 US$

The Hornet has pneumatic suspension on all three wheels, electrically actuated flaps and horizontal staliser. First flown in 1993. The Hornet qualifies under the 51% rule.

Engine: Hirth, 55 hp
HP range: 55-70
Fuel cap: 10 USG
Weight empty: 490 lbs
Gross: 454 kg / 1000 lbs
Height: 6 ft
Length: 20ft
Wing span: 27.5 ft
Wing area: 137 sq.ft
VNE: 104 kt / 120 mph / 193 kmh
Cruise: 61 kt / 70 mph / 113 kmh
Range: 400 sm
Stall: 35 mph
ROC: 700 fpm
Glide Ratio: 9:1
Take-off distance: 175 ft / 53 m
Landing distance: 150 ft / 46 m
Service ceiling: 12,000 ft
Seats: 2
Landing gear: Nose wheel