For more information about ordering your new Silverlight Aviation AR-1 gyroplane contact
Blue Collar Aviation
Email: flybluecollar@gmail.com Phone: (978) 273-7460
The AR-1 combines eye-catching design elements and style, balanced with ever-important safety features and performance. The AR-1 cuts through turbulence and high wind better than most gyroplanes, for smooth and comfortable flying. With speeds ranging as high as 110 mph or as slow as 25 mph, you can enjoy a cross-country adventure or sight-see around your environment at a leisurely pace, while in complete control.
Specifications
Empty Weight: 646 lbs (912ULS/912iS), 665 lbs (914UL), 697 (915iS)
Gross Weight: 1200 / 1232 / 1260 lbs
Style: Pusher, tri-gear, tandem seating
Minimum Speed (Vmin): 25 mph
Max Cruise Speed: 110 mph
Max straight and level speed (Vh): 105 mph (912ULS, 912iS), 110 mph (914UL), 120 mph (915iS)
General Cruise: 55 mph – 100 mph
Never Exceed Speed (Vne): 120 mph
Takeoff roll at ISA (calm air, short prepared grass, pre-rotate to 200 RRPM):450 feet (912ULS/912iS 100 HP), 350 feet (914UL 115 HP), 200 feet (915iS 141 HP)
Takeoff distance to clear 50 foot obstacle (standard conditions): 1200 feet (912 ULS/912iS, 100 HP), 980 feet (914 UL, 115 HP), 750 feet (915iS, 141 HP)
Landing roll: 0 to 30 feet with proper technique
Landing over 50 foot obstacle: 500 feet
Rate of Climb at sea level, ISA: 725 FPM (912ULS/912iS) / 850 FPM (914UL) / 1300 FPM (915iS)
Fuel: 17 USG
Fuel Burn at Cruise: 4 to 6 GPH
Rotor: Averso Stella, 28′ 3″ (8.6 m) (larger rotor of 8.8 m available for high altitude flyers)
Dimensions: Height: 9 feet, Width: 76.5 inches, Length: 17.7 feet. Folding Mast Option (folded): 6.1 feet