Wasp Wing Part 103 legal ultralight aircraft, Ultralight Aircraft Magazine.

Ultralight Aircraft Magazine - The Wasp Wing is being flown by Keith Sharon, of Sturgeon, Missouri. Charles Sharon, Kieth's father built the modified Rogallo glider back in 1976, flying it in from the mountains in Oregon.

Wasp WingWhen Keith moved to Missouri in 2000, he installed the twin engines on the glider. With 2.5 gallons of fuel on board he can fly for up to 90 minutes. The Wasp Wing weighs 115 pounds empty and flies between 17 and 30 mph, making it a true part 103 ultralight aircraft in the U.S.

"The motors weigh 9 lbs. each. If they were belt driven gear reduced I think you could achieve allot more thrust. I am running a 32 in. prop at 6000 rpm. at that speed I believe the tips are exceeding the sound barrier. With two motors they are plenty to fly and climb out. "


The main reason Keith used two motors "is the length of the keel. Using one motor as part of your shift weight is the best because it takes less effort to react and control a lighter glider. I have to work a little harder to initiate or overcome a turn, than when flying free flight. It does fly very well for a 37 year old hang glider. "

MTOW: 250 lbs
Stall speed: 12 kts
Cruise speed: 15 kts

Power: 16 HP ZDZ motors
Climb: 400 ft/min
Glide ratio: 9:1
Takeoff distance (50ft obstacle): 300 ft
Landing distance (50´ft obstacle): 300 ft

The motors are 16 horsepower and at full throttle run about 6000 RPM. It takes about 45 min. to add the power unit onto the glider.

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