Oskbes Aviatika MAI-920
| MAI-920 | |
|---|---|
| Role | Glider |
| National origin | Russia |
| Manufacturer | Oskbes MAI Moskau Aviation Institut |
| First flight | 1992 |
| Status | In production |
| Produced | 1992-present |
| Developed from | Oskbes Aviatika MAI 890 |
The Oskbes Aviatika MAI-920 is a Russian high-wing, cable-braced, single-seat, training glider that was designed and produced by Oskbes MAI Moskau Aviation Institut, first flying in 1992.[1][2]
Design and development
[edit]The MAI-920 was developed from the powered Oskbes Aviatika MAI-890 ultralight, which can also be used to aerotow the MAI-920 glider. The MAI-920 has a 90% parts commonality with the MAI-890. The glider design uses a higher aspect ratio monoplane wing in place of the MAI-890's biplane wing. It is intended to be a simple and robust student solo glider.[1][2]
The MAI-920 glider is made from aluminium tube and fabric, with the nose cone built from fibreglass. Its 10 m (32.8 ft) span wing is cable-braced from a kingpost. The landing gear is a fixed monowheel gear, with a nose skid or caster and a tail skid.[1][2]
Specifications (MAI-920)
[edit]Data from Bertrand and company website[1][2]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 10.0 m (32 ft 10 in)
- Aspect ratio: 10:1
- Empty weight: 103 kg (227 lb)
Performance
- Stall speed: 50 km/h (31 mph, 27 kn)
- Never exceed speed: 120 km/h (75 mph, 65 kn)
- Maximum glide ratio: 15:1 at 55 km/h (34 mph)
See also
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