 The kit comes about 80
per cent built, leaving the builder to install his engine and propeller,
which according the Sportair Aviation the Corsario distributor, should
take between 80 and 100 hours.
The fuselage uses 4130 chromoly steel and aluminum, while the hull and
turtle deck are fibreglass. Wings are fibreglass leading edges with foam
ribs and conventional fabric covering.
The Corsario features a tricycle gear landing set up. Retraction of the
gear is via two handles, one for the main gear and one for the nose wheel,
which are hand operated, which is allowed under the new sport aircraft
rules.
Empty weight comes in at 735 lbs with the Rotax 912 engine. Two 10
gallon fuel tanks are standard. Take of distance on water is 250 to 300
feet and climb at gross was said to be 1,000 feet per minute. Cruise 85
mph.
Sportair Aviation is a full service dealer which includes flight training
and repairs for more information contact: Sportair Aviation,
11930 31st Court North, Dept. UF,
St. Petersburg, FL 33716.
(727) 572-7733
Fax: (727) 572-9012
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