Hernandez Rapier 65
| Hernandez Rapier 65 | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Type | Biplane |
| National origin | United States of America |
| Designer | Frank Hernandez |
| Number built | 1 |
| History | |
| Introduction date | 1960 |
The Rapier 65 is a homebuilt biplane designed by Frank Hernandez.
Design
The plane's fuselage is constructed of welded steel tubing with fabric covering. The wingspars are made of wood, with fabric covering. Ailerons are on the lower wings only.[1]
Specifications (Rapier 65)
Data from Sport Aviation
General characteristics
- Capacity: 1
- Length: 17 ft 3 in (5.26 m)
- Wingspan: 20 ft (6.1 m)
- Height: 5 ft 4 in (1.63 m)
- Wing area: 129 sq ft (12.0 m2)
- Airfoil: RAF 32
- Empty weight: 678 lb (308 kg)
- Powerplant: 1 × Continental A-65-1 , 65 hp (48 kW)
Performance
- Maximum speed: 96 kn (110 mph, 180 km/h)
References
- ^ "The Rapier 65". Sport Aviation. December 1960.