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Midget Mustang
Also known as the Long Midget, the
Midget Mustang is perhaps the most admired and enduring homebuilt
design ever. Even though it was designed over 50 years ago it is
still much in demand because of its good looks, good handling
characteristics, and fighter like performance.
Designed by Piper chief engineer David Long as a
Goodyear Midget Racer it was intended to go into production as a
post WWII sport plane. The market never developed but because of the
plane's good looks and great flying qualities it has been very
popular with homebuilders. There have been 4 Midget Mustang Oshkosh
EAA Grand Champions.
specifications
powerplant
propeller
length
height
wing span
wing area
seats
empty weight
useful load
gross weight
fuel capacity
range |
100hp
x
16 ft 5 in
4 ft 6 in
18 ft 6 in
68
sq ft
1
x
x
x
x
435 miles |
160hp
x
16 ft 5 in
4 ft 6 in
18 ft 6 in
68
sq ft
1
x
x
x
x
400 miles |
performance
takeoff distance,
ground roll
rate of climb
max speed
cruise speed
landing distance, ground roll
service ceiling |
570 ft
x
202 mph
175 mph
680 ft
17,000 ft |
470 ft
x
230 mph
215 mph
680 ft
20,000 ft |
limiting and recommended speeds
design manoeuvring speed (Va)
never exceed speed (Vne)
stall, power off (Vsl)
landing approach speed |
x
230 mph
60 mph
x |
x
230 mph
62 mph
x |
All specifications are based on manufacturer's
calculations
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