Ridge Runner Models 1, 2 and 3

A new series of ultralight three axis aircraft supplied in kit form with a pre-welded fuselage. The wings are designed to fold and the aircraft can be trailered home. The model 1 is a single seater while the model 2 has a small jump seat suitable for a child or for carrying luggage.

specifications
 
  Ridge Runner Ultralight Ridge Runner II Ridge Runner III
powerplant
propeller
length
height
wing span
wing area
seats
empty weight
 useful load
gross weight
fuel capacity
range		 x
x
 17 ft
 5.17 ft
 26.20 ft
 99.40 sq. ft
1
 250lbs
 250lbs
 500lbs
 5 gal
175 miles		 x
x
 17 ft
 5.17 ft
 26.20 ft
 99.40 sq. ft
2
 350lbs
 250lbs
 900lbs
 5 gal
175 miles		 x
x
 17 ft
 5.17 ft
 26.20 ft
 99.40 sq. ft
2
 360lbs
 540lbs
 900lbs
 10 gal
 275 miles

performance

takeoff distance, ground roll
rate of climb
max speed
cruise speed
landing distance, ground roll
 service ceiling		 50ft
 800fpm
x
 58mph
 50ft
x		 100ft
 1400fpm
x
 90mph
 75ft
x		 40-75ft
 1600fpm
x
 90mph
 50-100ft
x

limiting and recommended speeds

design manoeuvring speed (Va)
never exceed speed (Vne)
stall, power off (Vsl)
landing approach speed 		x
x
 24mph
x		 x
x
 29mph
x		 x
x
 26-28mph
x

All specifications are based on manufacturer's calculations