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Questair Venture
The
Questair Venture was developed as a two place, all metal, kit built
aircraft with the design mission of fast, all weather cross country
travel. As a result of its small physical size and large operating
envelope several interesting challenges were encountered during the
flight testing of the aircraft. The longitudinal flying qualities
were tailored to provide the feel of a much larger aircraft through
the use of an artificial feel system which also incorporates a trim
function. The low speed and stalling characteristics of the aircraft
were greatly improved by using a wing leading edge modification. The
high speed/flutter characteristics of the aircraft were tested and
verified using ground vibration tests and instrumented flight tests.
Without
doubt one of the fastest kit aircraft produced and great success has
been enjoyed at Reno Air Races, but the aircraft was never without
its problems.
specifications
powerplant
propeller
length
height
wing span
wing area
seats
empty weight
useful load
gross weight
fuel capacity
range |
Cont. IO-550-G, 280 hp
x
16.25 ft.
x
27.5 ft
x
x
x
x
2000 lb.
55 gallons
1,000 nautical miles |
performance
takeoff distance,
ground roll
rate of climb
max speed
cruise speed
landing distance, ground roll
service ceiling |
x
2200 fpm
x
x
x
x |
limiting and recommended speeds
design manoeuvring speed (Va)
never exceed speed (Vne)
stall, power off (Vsl)
landing approach speed |
x
300 knots
61 knots
x |
All specifications are based on manufacturer's
calculations
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