In 1955 Yves Gardan designed the SIPA 1000 Coccinelle side by side two seat light aeroplane with a 90 hp engine. It was designed and built in two months, first flying on 11 June 1955.
Designed for simplicity, the three undercarriage wheels are interchangeable and were from motor scooters. A number of automotive prats were used including oil pressure and temperature indicators, and the hydraulic brakes are from a Renault 4 cv car.
A 65 hp or 90 hp Continental engine could be fitted.
Production deliveries were scheduled for April 1956.
S.1000 Coccinelle
Engine: Continental C90, 90 hp
Wingspan: 25 ft 11 in
Length: 17 ft 10 in
Height: 7 ft 3 in
Empty weight: 740 lb
Loaded weight: 1260 lb
Max speed: 125 mph
Cruise: 112 mph
Range: 375 mi
Seats: 2
All Aero 