Adam RA-15 Major

Adam RA-15/1 Major (F-PHZC c/n 01)

A side-by-side two-seater, the RA-15 Major was externally and dimensionally similar to the RA-14, but had a plywood covered fuselage, a much larger vertical tail and also featured improved systems.

The first example made its maiden flight on April 13, 1947. Engine in the RA-15 was a 75 hp Régnier 4D-2.

RA-15/1

The RA-15/1 Major was similar to the RA-15, but powered by a 65 hp Continental A65 engine.

RA-15 Major
Engine: 75 hp Régnier 4D-2
Wingspan: 34 ft 9 in
Length: 22 ft 11 in
Empty weight: 616 lb
Loaded weight: 1145 lb
Max speed: 109 mph
Ceiling: 16,400 ft

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