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Two Wings Mariner UL

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Mariner
Role Amphibious biplane
National origin United States
Manufacturer Two Wings Aviation

The Two Wings Mariner is an American amphibious biplane designed for amateur construction by Two Wings Aviation of Forest Lake, Minnesota.[1]

The Mariner is a metal and fabric constructed amphibious biplane with a 39.6 hp (30 kW) Rotax 447 pusher engine and a retractable tail-dragger landing gear. The aircraft has a single-seat open cockpit with an option to build as a two-seater.[1] The aircraft can be built with a range of small engines including the Rotax 447 and Rotax 582.

Variants

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Mariner UL
Ultralight variant for amateur construction.
Mariner EXP
The Mariner EXP is a variant with a 60 hp (45 kW) Subaru engine.

Specifications

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Data from [1]

General characteristics

  • Crew: 1
  • Length: 18 ft 9 in (5.72 m)
  • Wingspan: 28 ft 6 in (8.69 m)
  • Empty weight: 304 lb (138 kg)
  • Gross weight: 950 lb (431 kg)
  • Powerplant: 1 × Rotax 447 , 39.6 hp (29.5 kW)
  • Propellers: 3-bladed

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 62 mph (100 km/h, 54 kn)
  • Cruise speed: 55 mph (89 km/h, 48 kn)
  • Stall speed: 30 mph (48 km/h, 26 kn)
  • Range: 75 mi (120 km, 65 nmi)
  • Rate of climb: 800 ft/min (4.1 m/s)

References

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Notes

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  1. ^ a b c Taylor 1996, p. 508

Bibliography

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  • Taylor, Michael J. H. (1996). Brassey's World Aircraft & Systems Directory. London, England: Brassey's. ISBN 1-85753-198-1.